Switzerland weather in January
Switzerland weather in January
Day
4 °C
Night
-2 °C
Precipitation
73 mm
in month
Rainy days
11 days
in month
Daylight
9 hours
average
Sunshine
2 hours
average
Humidity
81 %
Day
4 °C
Night
-2 °C
Precipitation
73 mm
in month
Rainy days
11 days
in month
Daylight
9 hours
average
Sunshine
2 hours
average
Humidity
81 %
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Weather overview
In Switzerland in January, the average air temperature ranges from 4 °C (39 °F) during the day to -2 °C (29 °F) at night. There are 11 days of rain on average, where the rainfall is 73 mm (2.89 in).
Is January a good month to visit Switzerland?
In January there are not good conditions to visit Switzerland. Since Switzerland is a region with winter sports possibilities, then January can be suitable to visit for this purpose. A relatively low temperature of 4 °C (39 °F) may be ideal for walking or outdoor activities, but some people may have a different idea of the holiday. The night temperature of -2 °C (29 °F) is not inviting for evening and night activities except for visiting a bar and having beer or two.
How heavy is the precipitation in Switzerland in January?
There is precipitation of 73 mm (2.89 in) in Switzerland in January, which means 2 mm (0.09 in) rainfall per day on average.
What is the temperature in Switzerland during the day in January?
In January in Switzerland, the average daily temperatures will be 4 °C (39 °F). Be sure to pack warm clothes, including a jacket and a warm sweater. On some days it may occasionally freeze, but with stronger winds, the feeling of cold may increase.
How many days of precipitation on average can I expect in January in Switzerland?
There are 11 days, which are rainy in January in Switzerland, that is, days with precipitation more than 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 2.6 days of the week, or in general - 38 % days.
How long is the day (from dawn till dusk) in Switzerland in January?
The length of daylight in Switzerland in January is 9 hours.
How many hours of sun to expect in January in Switzerland?
There is an average length of sunshine of 2 hours per day in January in Switzerland.
What is the air temperature in January in Switzerland at night?
The average night temperature in Switzerland in January is -2 °C (29 °F). The nights will be cool, layers of clothes will be needed for evening and morning walks, the hotel should be equipped with heating.
Can I expect a freeze in January in Switzerland?
It is possible that it will be freezing in Switzerland in January, night temperatures will be -2 °C (29 °F) on average.
Is there a dry season in January in Switzerland?
No, January is not a dry month in Switzerland, expect rain approximately 11 days in a month.
Is Switzerland rainier in January than in February?
Yes, in January in Switzerland it rains more than in February.
What is the humidity in January in Switzerland?
Humidity in Switzerland in January is 81 %.