Munich vs Vienna

Munich and Vienna are closely matched in January. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Munich is on the cooler side at 3°C, requiring warmer clothing. Vienna is cooler at 3°C.

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

Munich reaches an average high of 3°C (37°F) and drops to -4°C (25°F) at night during January. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Vienna 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.

Munich receives approximately 64 mm of rainfall across 12 rain days during January. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Vienna sees 35 mm over 8 rain days. That makes Vienna the drier option by 4 rain days and 29 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.