Berlin vs Prague

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Prague edges ahead as the better destination in January. Prague offers 4 hours of daily sunshine with only 10 rain days, while Berlin sees 3 sunshine hours and 12 rain days.

Berlin is on the cooler side at 3°C, requiring warmer clothing. Prague is cooler at 3°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Prague is the stronger choice in January. Prague receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Berlin reaches an average high of 3°C (37°F) and drops to -2°C (28°F) at night during January. The daily temperature range is 5°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Prague averages 3°C (37°F) for the high and -3°C (27°F) for the low, with a daily range of 6°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in January.

Berlin receives approximately 50 mm of rainfall across 12 rain days during January. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Prague sees 37 mm over 10 rain days. That makes Prague the drier option by 2 rain days and 13 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.