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Germany · Ships call at Kiel, Germany
Cold and gray
Kiel in January brings cooler conditions, with highs around 40°F, so pack layers alongside your warm-weather gear. Rain is uncommon, with only about 4 rainy days expected across the month, ideal for beach days and shore excursions. Cold and gray.
Crowds are moderate in January, making it a good balance between availability and weather. Dress in layers: a waterproof shell over a mid-layer handles the range between cool mornings and afternoon port temps.
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Sailings that are at sea during January, with the date each one leaves port.
Festive Traditions of Scandinavia
Saga Cruises
Sails Dec 22, 2026
Feiertagsreise auf der Ostsee ab Kiel
AIDA Cruises
Sails Dec 23, 2026
Silvesterreise nach Norwegen & Danemark ab Kiel
AIDA Cruises
Sails Dec 30, 2026
Europas Atlantikkuste ab Kiel
AIDA Cruises
Sails Jan 6, 2027
Grose Winterpause Kanaren ab Kiel
AIDA Cruises
Sails Jan 6, 2027
Epic Global Adventure Miami to New York
Oceania Cruises
Sails Jan 6, 2027
Most ships use the Ostseekai terminal in the city center, a 10 to 15 minute walk from Kiel’s main station. MSC and Costa usually use Ostuferhafen on the east bank of the fjord, which needs a taxi or transfer. Hamburg Airport is the usual airport, about an hour away by car or a direct Kielius coach ride.
The average high temperature in Kiel during January is 40°F, with a low of 32°F.
Kiel typically sees 4 days of rain in January. Cold and gray.
For a January cruise to Kiel, you should pack warm layers, a waterproof jacket, and thermal wear.