Monthly climate guide
Berlin weather in January
Expect cold weather in Berlin in January: afternoons reach about 3°C (37°F), while nights drop to around -2°C (28°F). Around 56 mm of rain falls over the month (some rain), and skies are often cloudy. Daytime highs are 2°C cooler than December and 2°C cooler than February.
What stands out in January
- Days and nights are close, only about 5°C apart.
- It's one of the greyest months, with cloud cover near 81%.
- Dress warmly for Museum Island: short, cold days are the norm.
- Mornings start cold: the average low is -2°C, and frost is common.
January is typically Berlin's coolest month.
Avg high
3°C
37°F
Avg low
-2°C
28°F
Rainfall
56 mm
some rain
Humidity
93%
relative
Sky
81%
cloud · often cloudy
Berlin weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3°C / 37°F | -2°C / 28°F | 56 mm | 93% | 81% |
| February | 4°C / 40°F | -2°C / 28°F | 35 mm | 90% | 74% |
| March | 9°C / 48°F | 0°C / 32°F | 37 mm | 85% | 68% |
| April | 15°C / 59°F | 4°C / 39°F | 26 mm | 77% | 62% |
| May | 20°C / 67°F | 8°C / 47°F | 47 mm | 71% | 65% |
| June | 24°C / 75°F | 13°C / 55°F | 67 mm | 65% | 67% |
| July | 26°C / 78°F | 15°C / 58°F | 86 mm | 66% | 66% |
| August | 26°C / 78°F | 15°C / 58°F | 49 mm | 65% | 64% |
| September | 21°C / 70°F | 10°C / 51°F | 40 mm | 71% | 64% |
| October | 15°C / 59°F | 7°C / 44°F | 53 mm | 83% | 71% |
| November | 8°C / 47°F | 2°C / 36°F | 40 mm | 92% | 76% |
| December | 5°C / 40°F | 0°C / 32°F | 48 mm | 94% | 81% |
What to pack for January
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- Thermal base layers and warm, grippy boots for icy mornings
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is January a good time to visit Berlin?
Our Berlin guide recommends: May to September for warm, long days; the Christmas markets make December worthwhile too.
Many of Berlin's major museums are free or discounted on the first Sunday of the month at participating venues.
Best time to visit Berlin →Other Germany cities in January
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Berlin in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Berlin?
January is cool in Berlin, with highs around 3°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Berlin in January?
Average highs are about 3°C (37°F) and average lows about -2°C (28°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Berlin in January?
Berlin typically gets around 56 mm of rain in January — some rain.
When is the best time to visit Berlin?
May to September for warm, long days; the Christmas markets make December worthwhile too.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Berlin (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.