Weather · JanuaryGermany weather in January
Temperature, rain, what to pack, this month's events and prices
January in Germany: changeable weather. Roughly 7h 58m of daylight, with light from about 08:07 to 16:05. January isn't peak season in Germany. The upside: quiet and cheaper. The downside: weather that needs flexibility.
Germany in January
January in Germany, what works
Match the plan to the forecast — a mix of indoor sights and outdoor time keeps it flexible.
What to pack: Check the forecast close to your trip and pack layers accordingly.
Holidays & events in Germany
- 1 JanuaryNew Year's Day
On public holidays banks and offices close, some sites change hours and transport shifts, but it's also the best way to see living tradition.
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Germany — flights & hotels
Check prices for your dates. Booking early is well below the last-minute price.
Check flight prices to Germany, every airline at once.
Rates in Germany shift daily. See what your night costs now.
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Sources: Climate: Open-Meteo 1991-2020 · Daylight: astronomical calculation · Holidays: date-holidays dataset