The climate of Rotterdam in January is humid. An average of 79 mm precipitation is recorded over 20 days. The situation is drier than the previous month: in December, the average recorded is 90 mm over 20 days.
Temperatures are cold in Rotterdam in January: expect warm clothing. The average maximum temperature reaches 6°C, while the minimum falls to about 4°C. The month's average temperature is 5°C. These normals should be compared with the records recorded in Rotterdam in January: 12°C as a maximum in 2018 and -5°C as a minimum in 2010. Plan for about 4 days with temperatures below 0°, which is 13% of the month.
In January, the days last on average 08:18 in Rotterdam. The sun rises around 08:44 and sets around 17:02.
With very unfavorable weather, the month of January is generally not recommended for traveling to Rotterdam in the Netherlands.
In January, the most favorable activities in Rotterdam are: Cultural visits and heritage and Gastronomy.
Some activities remain possible even if conditions are not optimal: Family and attractions and Nightlife.
By contrast, these activities are not recommended or are ill-suited in Rotterdam in January: Beach and swimming, Watersports, Nature and landscapes and Boat trip and cruise.
