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Weather in Potsdam for January 2026

Your guide to Potsdam weather in January - trends and predictions

    Snow Forecast ❄️

  • Potsdam typically experiences moderate snowfall in January, with an average of 10 snowy days.
    According to Potsdam snow forecast for January 2026, 1 snowy day is expected until the end of the month at Friday, 30 January.

    • Temperatures

  • Until now, January 2026 in Potsdam is cooler than usual, with temperatures averaging 0.7 °C, this is -3.4 °C below the typical seasonal average.

  • The forecast for the coming days of January 2026 predicts a temperature of 2.5 °C , which is warmer than usual.

  • In general, the average temperature in Potsdam at the beginning of January is 5.7 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 3.9 °C by the end of January.

    • More

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

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Average dry days
9
Dry days
Average rainy days
12
Rainy days
Average snowy days
10
Snow days
Average temperatures
5°/1°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
21 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
82 %
Avg humidity

Potsdam Weather January

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

Temperatures trend during January in Potsdam

See the weather trend as well as the moving average line

January weather in Potsdam day by day

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December February
Date Weather Temperatures Rain Snow More
1 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
 8° /4° 0.4 mm 0 cm
2 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 7° /2° 4.7 mm 0.2 cm
3 Jan. Cloudy
Cloudy
 5° /2° 1.9 mm 0.4 cm
4 Jan. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 5° /-1° 3.8 mm 0.2 cm
5 Jan. Heavy snow
Heavy snow
 5° /-1° 3.7 mm 0.6 cm
6 Jan. Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
 5° /0° 1.3 mm 0.1 cm
7 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 5° /-1° 0.6 mm 0 cm
8 Jan. Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
 2° /-3° 1.4 mm 0.5 cm
9 Jan. Heavy snow
Heavy snow
 2° /-2° 4.2 mm 1.5 cm
10 Jan. Moderate snow
Moderate snow
 1° /-4° 1.1 mm 0.8 cm
11 Jan. Mist
Mist
 1° /-4° 1.7 mm 0 cm
12 Jan. Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
 2° /-4° 2 mm 0.4 cm
13 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 4° /0° 1.6 mm 0.2 cm
14 Jan. Light rain
Light rain
 5° /1° 3.3 mm 0.2 cm
15 Jan. Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
 5° /1° 1.7 mm 0.1 cm
16 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 4° /-1° 0.3 mm 0.1 cm
17 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 3° /-1° 1 mm 0.6 cm
18 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
 3° /-2° 0 mm 0 cm
19 Jan. Sunny
Sunny
 4° /-2° 0.1 mm 0 cm
20 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
 3° /-2° 0 mm 0 cm
21 Jan. Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
 4° /-2° 1.2 mm 0.3 cm
22 Jan. Light freezing rain
Light freezing rain
 3° /-1° 1.6 mm 0 cm
23 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
 3° /-1° 1.5 mm 0 cm
24 Jan. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 6° /0° 1.2 mm 0 cm
25 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 6° /0° 0.2 mm 0 cm
26 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
 5° /1° 3.3 mm 0 cm
27 Jan. Light freezing rain
Light freezing rain
 5° /0° 0.7 mm 0.1 cm
28 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 5° /0° 0 mm 0 cm
29 Jan. Light freezing rain
Light freezing rain
 6° /1° 0.4 mm 0 cm
30 Jan. Light snow
Light snow
 1° /-3° 0.4 mm 0.2 cm
31 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
 -1° /-5° 0 mm 0 cm
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Potsdam 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 Potsdam forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Potsdam weather in January vs December vs February

Compare January weather in Potsdam 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
Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
Temperatures6°/2°5°/1°7°/1°
Rainfall78 mm54 mm44 mm
Snowfall4 cm5 cm4 cm
Wind20 km/h20.6 km/h18.2 km/h
Humidity85%82%80%
Rainy days17 days12 days18 days
Snow days4 days10 days4 days
Dry days10 days9 days7 days

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Potsdam in January - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Potsdam during January?

During January, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 5° and lows near 1°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.

How much rainfall should be expected in Potsdam during January?

Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Potsdam during January, with a total of 53.6 mm spread over approximately 12 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.

Will it snow in Potsdam in January 2026?

Potsdam experiences an average snowfall of 5.16333 cm during January, occurring over 10 days.

What are the typical wind conditions in Potsdam during January?

The average wind speed in Potsdam during January is 21 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

What to pack to Potsdam in January?

As you prepare for your trip to Potsdam 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 Potsdam, 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

Potsdam snow forecast January 2026

Track daily snowfall levels and discover Potsdam’s snowy potential this January ❄️
On average, Potsdam sees 10 snowy days during January, with approximately 5.2 cm of total snowfall.

January rainfall patterns in Potsdam

Explore the daily rainfall trends and prepare for Potsdams January weather 💧
Typically, Potsdam has 12 rainy days in January with a total of 53.6 mm of rainfall.

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