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Weather in Cologne for January 2026

Your guide to Cologne weather in January - trends and predictions

    Temperatures

  • In general, the average temperature in Cologne at the beginning of January is 11.4 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 10.7 °C by the end of January.

    • Rain 🌧️

  • Cologne in January brings notable rainfall, with an average of 16 rainy days and a total precipitation of 100 mm.

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Average dry days
15
Dry days
Average rainy days
16
Rainy days
Average snowy days
0
Snow days
Average temperatures
10°/4°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
19 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
79 %
Avg humidity

Cologne Weather January

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December
February
Mon.Tue.Wed.Thu.Fri.Sat.Sun.
1
Sunny
11°
2
Patchy rain possible
11°
3
Moderate rain at times
9°
4
Moderate rain at times
13°
5
Partly cloudy
12°
6
Heavy rain at times
12°
7
Overcast
12°
8
Patchy rain possible
15°
9
Patchy rain possible
14°
10
Moderate rain at times
16°
11
Patchy rain possible
11°
12
Partly cloudy
4°
13
Sunny
4°
14
Sunny
5°
15
Sunny
6°
16
Partly cloudy
5°
17
Partly cloudy
9°
18
Overcast
8°
19
Overcast
8°
20
Patchy rain possible
10°
21
Cloudy
11°
22
Cloudy
15°
23
Patchy rain possible
12°
24
Overcast
14°
25
Moderate or heavy rain shower
12°
26
Overcast
11°
27
Moderate or heavy rain shower
11°
28
Moderate or heavy rain shower
10°
29
Patchy rain possible
12°
30
Moderate rain at times
10°
31
Patchy rain possible
9°

Temperatures trend during January in Cologne

See the weather trend as well as the moving average line

January weather in Cologne day by day

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December February
Date Weather Temperatures Rain UV More
1 Jan. Sunny
Sunny
 11° /2° 0 mm 4
2 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 11° /1° 0.2 mm 3
3 Jan. Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
 9° /6° 3.9 mm 2
4 Jan. Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
 13° /7° 4.3 mm 3
5 Jan. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 12° /7° 0 mm 4
6 Jan. Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
 12° /7° 2.9 mm 3
7 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
 12° /5° 0.4 mm 3
8 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 15° /8° 0.1 mm 4
9 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 14° /9° 1.3 mm 3
10 Jan. Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
 16° /8° 17.5 mm 4
11 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 11° /4° 10.7 mm 3
12 Jan. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 4° /0° 0 mm 2
13 Jan. Sunny
Sunny
 4° /-2° 0 mm 2
14 Jan. Sunny
Sunny
 5° /-2° 0 mm 3
15 Jan. Sunny
Sunny
 6° /-1° 0 mm 3
16 Jan. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 5° /-1° 0 mm 3
17 Jan. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 9° /0° 0 mm 3
18 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
 8° /0° 0 mm 2
19 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
 8° /0° 0 mm 2
20 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 10° /2° 0.2 mm 3
21 Jan. Cloudy
Cloudy
 11° /3° 2.6 mm 3
22 Jan. Cloudy
Cloudy
 15° /7° 3.1 mm 4
23 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 12° /6° 4.9 mm 3
24 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
 14° /4° 0 mm 3
25 Jan. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 12° /6° 14.2 mm 3
26 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
 11° /5° 0.6 mm 3
27 Jan. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 11° /5° 14.9 mm 3
28 Jan. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 10° /5° 15.8 mm 3
29 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 12° /4° 1 mm 3
30 Jan. Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
 10° /4° 1.3 mm 3
31 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 9° /4° 0 mm 2
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Cologne in January is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Cologne forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Cologne in January - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Cologne during January?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 10° and colder nights, dipping below 4°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Cologne during January?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Cologne during January, with a total of 100 mm spread over approximately 16 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.
What are the typical wind conditions in Cologne during January?
The average wind speed in Cologne during January is 19 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

What to pack to Cologne in January?

As you prepare for your trip to Cologne in January, it's important to consider the typical weather patterns for the time of year. Below is a carefully tailored packing list to ensure that your time in Cologne, during January, is comfortable and enjoyable, regardless of the weather conditions.

  • Clothing
    • Warm Clothing: Sweaters, hoodies, long pants
    • Rain Gear: Lightweight, waterproof clothing
  • Footwear
    • Waterproof Shoes
  • Accessories
    • Scarves: To protect you from the cold wind
    • Gloves/Mittens: Essential for cold weather
    • Warm Hats: Warm hats for insulation in cold weather
    • Umbrellas/Raincoats: For rainy days

January rainfall patterns in Cologne

Explore the daily rainfall trends and prepare for Colognes January weather 💧

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