January weather forecastOberhausen, Germany
January
Weather in January
January tends to offer up winter's classic weather elements in Oberhausen, Germany. With temperatures lower than those in February, ranging from 0.7°C (33.3°F) to 4.4°C (39.9°F), the cold weather invites a flurry of snow averaging 12mm (0.47"), with about three to four snowy days throughout the month. Despite these colder temperatures, there's a certain beauty in watching snow touch the ground. Expect to see mostly overcast skies as the New Year starts, with limited sunshine. Going around the city would require a proper winter kit with boots and warm clothing.Temperature
January, having an average high-temperature of 4.4°C (39.9°F) and an average low-temperature of 0.7°C (33.3°F), is the coldest month.Humidity
The average relative humidity in January is 86%.Rainfall
In Oberhausen, Germany, in January, during 11.1 rainfall days, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Oberhausen, Germany, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.7 days and collects up to 211mm (8.31") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 3.9 days and typically aggregates up to 12mm (0.47") of snow.Daylight
In Oberhausen, the average length of the day in January is 8h and 27min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 08:37 and sunset at 16:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:12 and sunset at 17:19 CET.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in January is 3.5h.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Oberhausen, Germany
- Average high temperature in January: 4.4°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (23.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.4°C).
- Average low temperature in January: 0.7°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.7°C).
Average pressure in January
Oberhausen, Germany
- Average pressure in January: 1015.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.8mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Oberhausen, Germany
- Average wind speed in January: 15.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (16.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.9km/h).
Average humidity in January
Oberhausen, Germany
- Average humidity in January: 86%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (71%).
Average rainfall in January
Oberhausen, Germany
- Average rainfall in January: 15mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (24mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (9mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Oberhausen, Germany
- Average rainfall days in January: 11.1 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (13.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and September (9.2 days).
Average snowfall in January
Oberhausen, Germany
- Average snowfall in January: 12mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (12mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in January
Oberhausen, Germany
- Average snowfall days in January: 3.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Oberhausen, Germany
- Average daylight in January: 8h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in January: 3h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in January
Oberhausen, Germany
- Average sunshine days in January: 15.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is April (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.1 days).
Average UV index in January
Oberhausen, Germany
- Average UV index in January: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in January
Oberhausen, Germany
- Average cloud cover in January: 64
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).
Average visibility in January
Oberhausen, Germany
- Average visibility in January: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).








