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Weather in Cologne for January 2026

Your guide to Cologne weather in January - trends and predictions

    Snow Forecast ❄️

  • Snowfall in Cologne during January is quite rare, with fewer than 2 snowy days on average.
    According to Cologne snow forecast for January 2026, 1 snowy day is expected in the next 2 weeks at Wednesday, 21 January.

    • Temperatures

  • The forecast for the upcoming days in Cologne predicts a temperature of 9.9 °C, which is slightly above the historical average.

  • In general, the average temperature in Cologne at the beginning of January is 8.1 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to noticeably warm up, reaching an average of 10.7 °C by the end of January.

    • Rain 🌧️

  • The climate of Cologne in January is notably wet, with an average of 14 rainy days, and a total of 100 mm of precipitation.

    • More

  • Is January a good time to visit Cologne? check out the best time to travel to Cologne page.

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Average dry days
17
Dry days
Average rainy days
14
Rainy days
Average snowy days
0
Snow days
Average temperatures
10°/4°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
19 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
78 %
Avg humidity

Cologne Weather January

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December
February
Mon.Tue.Wed.Thu.Fri.Sat.Sun.
1
Sunny
9°
2
Patchy rain possible
9°
3
Moderate rain at times
7°
4
Moderate rain at times
8°
5
Partly cloudy
7°
6
Heavy rain at times
8°
7
Overcast
9°
8
Moderate rain
12°
9
Moderate rain
9°
10
Patchy rain possible
9°
11
Patchy rain possible
9°
12
Patchy rain possible
13°
13
Partly cloudy
12°
14
Partly cloudy
13°
15
Partly cloudy
12°
16
Patchy rain possible
13°
17
Moderate rain
9°
18
Patchy rain possible
9°
19
Sunny
9°
20
Cloudy
7°
21
Cloudy
3°
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 Snow More
1 Jan. Sunny
Sunny
 9° /1° 0 mm 0 cm
2 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 9° /0° 0.2 mm 0 cm
3 Jan. Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
 7° /3° 2 mm 0 cm
4 Jan. Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
 8° /2° 2.2 mm 0 cm
5 Jan. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 7° /2° 0 mm 0 cm
6 Jan. Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
 8° /2° 1.6 mm 0.1 cm
7 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
 9° /1° 3 mm 0 cm
8 Jan. Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 12° /7° 10.4 mm 0 cm
9 Jan. Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 9° /6° 6 mm 0 cm
10 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 9° /6° 1.6 mm 0 cm
11 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 9° /6° 0.9 mm 0 cm
12 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 13° /7° 0.1 mm 0 cm
13 Jan. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 12° /7° 0 mm 0 cm
14 Jan. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 13° /6° 0 mm 0 cm
15 Jan. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 12° /6° 0 mm 0 cm
16 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 13° /7° 0.5 mm 0 cm
17 Jan. Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 9° /7° 7.9 mm 0 cm
18 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 9° /5° 0.4 mm 0 cm
19 Jan. Sunny
Sunny
 9° /3° 0 mm 0 cm
20 Jan. Cloudy
Cloudy
 7° /2° 0.1 mm 0 cm
21 Jan. Cloudy
Cloudy
 3° /-2° 0.1 mm 0 cm
22 Jan. Cloudy
Cloudy
 15° /7° 3.1 mm 0 cm
23 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 12° /6° 4.9 mm 0 cm
24 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
 14° /4° 0 mm 0 cm
25 Jan. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 12° /6° 14.2 mm 0 cm
26 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
 11° /5° 0.6 mm 0 cm
27 Jan. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 11° /5° 14.9 mm 0 cm
28 Jan. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 10° /5° 15.8 mm 0 cm
29 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 12° /4° 1 mm 0 cm
30 Jan. Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
 10° /4° 1.3 mm 0 cm
31 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 9° /4° 0 mm 0 cm
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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 weather in January vs December vs February

Compare January weather in Cologne with the previous and following months. See how temperature, rainfall, wind, and other conditions change throughout the year to help you plan your visit.
DecemberJanuaryFebruary
WeatherPatchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
Cloudy
Cloudy
Temperatures10°/4°10°/4°12°/5°
Rainfall68 mm100 mm39 mm
Wind17.2 km/h18.9 km/h15.4 km/h
Humidity80%78%81%
Rainy days14 days14 days9 days
Dry days17 days17 days19 days

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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 14 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

Cologne snow forecast January 2026

Track daily snowfall levels and discover Cologne’s snowy potential this January ❄️

January rainfall patterns in Cologne

Explore the daily rainfall trends and prepare for Colognes January weather 💧
Typically, Cologne has 14 rainy days in January with a total of 100 mm of rainfall.

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