January
Weather in Europe for January 2026
Your guide to Europe weather in January - trends and predictions
With an average of 2 snowy days, Europe usually enjoys a light touch of snow in January.
In general, the average temperature in Europe at the beginning of January is 8.1 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to slightly increase, reaching an average of 8.4 °C by the end of January.
Europe experiences heavy rainfall in January, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 68.2 mm.
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Temperatures
Rain 🌧️
8
Dry days
21
Rainy days
2
Snow days
7°/2°
Temperatures
19 km/h
Avg max wind
78 %
Avg humidity
Europe Weather January
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Temperatures trend during January in Europe
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January weather in Europe day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan. |  Patchy rain possible | 10° /5° | 4.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 2 Jan. |  Overcast | 9° /4° | 1.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 3 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /3° | 1.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 4 Jan. |  Moderate rain at times | 8° /3° | 3.3 mm | 0.8 cm | |
| 5 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /2° | 5.4 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| 6 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /2° | 2.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 7 Jan. | Overcast | 6° /2° | 0.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 8 Jan. | Overcast | 5° /1° | 1.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 9 Jan. |  Sunny | 6° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 10 Jan. |  Partly cloudy | 6° /1° | 1.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 11 Jan. | Overcast | 7° /2° | 0.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 12 Jan. | Overcast | 7° /2° | 2.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 Jan. | Moderate rain at times | 7° /1° | 0.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 14 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 8° /2° | 8.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 15 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 6° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 16 Jan. |  Heavy rain at times | 6° /1° | 3.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 17 Jan. | Sunny | 6° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 18 Jan. | Sunny | 5° /0° | 0.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 19 Jan. | Overcast | 6° /1° | 0.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 20 Jan. | Overcast | 7° /1° | 2.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 21 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /1° | 3.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 22 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 7° /1° | 1.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 23 Jan. | Overcast | 7° /1° | 1.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 24 Jan. | Moderate rain at times | 8° /2° | 2.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 25 Jan. |  Light drizzle | 7° /1° | 0.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 26 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /2° | 4.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 27 Jan. | Overcast | 9° /4° | 2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 28 Jan. | Moderate rain at times | 9° /3° | 3.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 29 Jan. | Overcast | 10° /5° | 1.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 30 Jan. |  Cloudy | 8° /2° | 3.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 31 Jan. | Overcast | 8° /2° | 1.5 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Europe 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 Europe forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Europe in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Europe during January?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 7° and colder nights, dipping below 2°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Europe during January?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Europe during January, with a total of 68.2 mm spread over approximately 21 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.
Will it snow in Europe in January 2026?
Europe experiences an average snowfall of 1.28 cm during January, occurring over 2 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Europe during January?
The average wind speed in Europe during January is 19 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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