Cologne Weather in January
Germany · 30-year monthly averages
🤔 Fair time to visit
January in Cologne is cold, with average daytime highs around 6°C (43°F) and nighttime lows near 0°C (32°F). Expect roughly 62mm of precipitation spread over about 12 rainy days, with a moderate amount of rain.
Avg high
6°C
43°F
Avg low
0°C
32°F
Rainfall
62mm
moderate
Rainy days
12
days with ≥1mm
☀️ About 54 hours of sunshine over the month (~2h/day).
🎒 What to pack
- warm coat
- sweaters and layers
- scarf
January vs the rest of the year
FAQ
- How hot is Cologne in January?
- January in Cologne is cold, with average daytime highs around 6°C (43°F) and nighttime lows near 0°C (32°F). Expect roughly 62mm of precipitation spread over about 12 rainy days, with a moderate amount of rain.
- Does it rain a lot in Cologne in January?
- Cologne sees around 62mm of precipitation in January on average — moderate by global standards.
- Is January a good time to visit Cologne?
- January is a workable month to visit Cologne, but expect some weather trade-offs.