Munich · January
Low seasonGermany · Europe
Max Temp · January
4°
at night -2° · avg 1°
- Sunshine
- 2 h/day
- Rain Days
- 6 days
below average
43 mm · changeable
January is the coolest month of the year in Munich.
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 4° | 5° | 10° | 15° | 19° | 23° | 25° | 24° | 20° | 15° | 8° | 5° |
MINMIN | -2° | -2° | 0° | 4° | 9° | 13° | 14° | 13° | 10° | 6° | 2° | -1° |
☀️Sunshine | 2h | 4h | 5h | 6h | 6h | 7h | 7h | 7h | 6h | 4h | 3h | 2h |
🌧Rain Days | 6d43mm | 4d31mm | 5d28mm | 4d35mm | 9d80mm | 7d80mm | 7d74mm | 8d74mm | 6d55mm | 5d43mm | 5d36mm | 7d45mm |
Best travel time current monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Deep off-season — very low prices, but weather conditions are suboptimal.
January is the coldest winter month in Munich — with highs of only 3°C, it holds little appeal for sun-seekers. Better travel in July and August.
Temperatures reach a maximum of 3°C during the day and drop to -3°C at night — warm layers recommended. With 2 sunshine hours per day and 6 rain days (43 mm), this is one of the cloudier months.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Packing list for Munich in January
- Winterjacke
- Thermokleidung und warme Lagen
- Mütze, Schal und Handschuhe
- Warme, wasserfeste Schuhe
- Kleiner Regenschirm (vereinzelte Schauer möglich)
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is January a good time to visit Munich?
- No — January is not among the recommended months for Munich (Score: 24/100). Climate conditions are unfavourable. For better conditions, consider July and August.
- How warm is it in Munich in January?
- In January, Munich sees daily highs of 3°C. Nights cool to -3°C, with a daily average of 0°C.
- How much rain falls in Munich in January?
- In January, Munich receives an average of 43 mm of rain over 6 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Munich get in January?
- Munich averages 2 sunshine hours per day in January — below the annual average.