January weather forecast
Kiel, Germany

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Weather in January

Brace for the coldest month, as January carries Kiel, Germany into the depths of winter. Daylight is limited, with the longest stretch of sun peering out from behind the clouds reaching only eight hours. High levels of humidity accompany frequent precipitation events, often manifesting as 15mm (0.59") of snowfall on about six days of the month. This is the time to bundle up and prepare for blustery winds, which can reach up to a gusting 29.3km/h (18.2mph). The waters of the nearby sea mirror the frigid conditions on land, remaining at a chilly 2.7°C (36.9°F) throughout the duration of January.

Temperature

January stands out as Kiel's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 2.8°C (37°F) and a low of -0.7°C (30.7°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 89%.

Rainfall

In Kiel, during January, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 19mm (0.75") of precipitation. In Kiel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.4 days and collects up to 234mm (9.21") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Kiel. In Kiel, Germany, during January, snow falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 15mm (0.59") of snow. Throughout the year, in Kiel, Germany, there are 21.2 snowfall days, and 75mm (2.95") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

The month with the coldest seawater in Kiel is January, with an average sea temperature of 2.7°C (36.9°F).
Note: During swimming activities, this is a serious life-threatening hazard. Rapid loss of control over breathing impairs cognitive abilities. A specialized swimsuit is essential to limit thermal wastage.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Kiel, Germany, is 8h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:40 and sunset at 16:05. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 08:09 and sunset at 16:55 CET.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Kiel is 3.1h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is January, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Kiel?

The coldest time of the year in Kiel, Germany, is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 2.8°C (37°F) and a low of -0.7°C (30.7°F).

How cold is January in Kiel?

In January, in Kiel, the average high-temperature is 2.8°C (37°F), and the average low-temperature is -0.7°C (30.7°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Kiel?

The average relative humidity in January in Kiel, Germany, is 89%.

How much does it rain in Kiel in January?

In January, in Kiel, the rain falls for 9.4 days. Throughout January, 19mm (0.75") of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Kiel in January?

In Kiel, Germany, in January, snow falls for 6.1 days, with typically accumulated 15mm (0.59") of snow.

What is the month with the coldest sea water in Kiel?

January is the month with the coldest seawater in Kiel, Germany, with an average sea temperature of 2.7°C (36.9°F).

What is the sea temperature in January in Kiel?

In Kiel, in January, the average water temperature is 2.7°C (36.9°F). For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.

How many hours of daylight does Kiel have in January?

The average day length in January in Kiel is 8h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Kiel?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:40 and sunset at 16:05. On the last day of the month, in Kiel, Germany, sunrise is at 08:09 and sunset at 16:55 CET.

How many hours of sunshine does Kiel have in January?

In Kiel, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Kiel?

The month with the lowest UV index is January, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Kiel?

In Kiel, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Kiel, Germany

Average temperature in January - Kiel, Germany
  • Average high temperature in January: 2.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (21.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -0.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-0.7°C).

Average pressure in January
Kiel, Germany

Average pressure in January - Kiel, Germany
  • Average pressure in January: 1013.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1016mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.5mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Kiel, Germany

Average wind speed in January - Kiel, Germany
  • Average wind speed in January: 17.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (18.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (12.6km/h).

Average humidity in January
Kiel, Germany

Average humidity in January - Kiel, Germany
  • Average humidity in January: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (78%).

Average rainfall in January
Kiel, Germany

Average rainfall in January - Kiel, Germany
  • Average rainfall in January: 19mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (30mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (11mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Kiel, Germany

Average rainfall days in January - Kiel, Germany
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Kiel, Germany

Average snowfall in January - Kiel, Germany
  • Average snowfall in January: 15mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (24mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Kiel, Germany

Average snowfall days in January - Kiel, Germany
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Kiel, Germany

Average sea temperature in January - Kiel, Germany
  • Average sea temperature in January: 2.7°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (18.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (2.7°C).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Kiel, Germany

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Kiel, Germany
  • Average daylight in January: 8h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Kiel, Germany

Average sunshine days in January - Kiel, Germany
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Kiel, Germany

Average UV index in January - Kiel, Germany
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Kiel, Germany

Average cloud cover in January - Kiel, Germany
  • Average cloud cover in January: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 71).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and August (Cloud cover 43).

Average visibility in January
Kiel, Germany

Average visibility in January - Kiel, Germany
  • Average visibility in January: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and November (8km).

Kiel, Germany

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