January weather forecast
Leipzig, Germany

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Weather in January

January weather in Leipzig, Germany sees low temperatures dropping to minus 2.1°C (35.8°F), the lowest for the entire year, with highs just reaching 2.4°C (36.3°F). This winter month exhibits frequent precipitation, mostly in the form of snow. Conditions are dominated by mostly overcast skies and limited rays of sunlight. The pace of wind tends to be stronger, adding a biting chill to the wintry air. Outdoor visibility can sometimes be compromised due to the increased humidity and presence of clouds.

Temperature

Leipzig's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 2.4°C (36.3°F) to a low of -2.1°C (28.2°F).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 87%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Leipzig, during January, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 20mm (0.79") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 125.2 rainfall days, and 257mm (10.12") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Leipzig are January through April, November and December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 6.9 days and accumulates 31mm (1.22") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 8h and 28min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 08:15 and sunset at 16:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:50 and sunset at 16:57 CET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Leipzig is 3.9h.

UV index

In Leipzig, Germany, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Leipzig?

Leipzig's January weather, marked by an average high temperature of 2.4°C (36.3°F) and an average low temperature of -2.1°C (28.2°F), is the coldest in the year.

How cold is it in Leipzig in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Leipzig, is 2.4°C (36.3°F), while the low-temperature averages to -2.1°C (28.2°F).

What is the most humid month in Leipzig?

The most humid month in Leipzig, Germany, is January, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

What is the average humidity in January in Leipzig?

In Leipzig, Germany, the average relative humidity in January is 87%.

How many days does it rain in January in Leipzig?

In Leipzig, Germany, during January, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 20mm (0.79") of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Leipzig?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Leipzig, Germany. Snow falls for 6.9 days and accumulates 31mm (1.22") of snow.

How much does it snow in Leipzig in January?

In Leipzig, during January, snow falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 31mm (1.22") of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Leipzig have in January?

The average day length in January in Leipzig is 8h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Leipzig?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:15 and sunset at 16:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:50 and sunset at 16:57 CET.

How long on average sun shines in January in Leipzig?

The average sunshine duration in January in Leipzig is 3.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Leipzig?

In Leipzig, Germany, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Leipzig, Germany

Average temperature in January - Leipzig, Germany
  • Average high temperature in January: 2.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (24.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -2.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-2.1°C).

Average pressure in January
Leipzig, Germany

Average pressure in January - Leipzig, Germany
  • Average pressure in January: 1016.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is October (1017.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1014.3mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Leipzig, Germany

Average wind speed in January - Leipzig, Germany
  • Average wind speed in January: 15.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (16.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.6km/h).

Average humidity in January
Leipzig, Germany

Average humidity in January - Leipzig, Germany
  • Average humidity in January: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (66%).

Average rainfall in January
Leipzig, Germany

Average rainfall in January - Leipzig, Germany
  • Average rainfall in January: 20mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (30mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (10mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Leipzig, Germany

Average rainfall days in January - Leipzig, Germany
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Leipzig, Germany

Average snowfall in January - Leipzig, Germany
  • Average snowfall in January: 31mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (31mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Leipzig, Germany

Average snowfall days in January - Leipzig, Germany
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Leipzig, Germany
  • Average daylight in January: 8h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Leipzig, Germany

Average sunshine days in January - Leipzig, Germany
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (13.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Leipzig, Germany

Average UV index in January - Leipzig, Germany
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Leipzig, Germany

Average cloud cover in January - Leipzig, Germany
  • Average cloud cover in January: 61

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in January
Leipzig, Germany

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

The months with the highest visibility are April and August (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (8km).

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