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The weather in January in Switzerland
It's cold in January in Switzerland with an average temperature of 4°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 2°C to a high of 7°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -5°C and 0°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in January for Switzerland. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 17°C in 2015, Switzerland reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -6°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -16°C to a highest value of 11°C.
Precipitation and snowfall
In January, there is an average of 99 mm of precipitation, spread over 13 days. Of the total precipitation, about 28 cm falls as snow in January. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in January for Switzerland
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Switzerland. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
January weather comparison
| Switzerland | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 4°C | 5°C |
| Max. temperature | 7°C | 11°C |
| Min. temperature | -5°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 99 mm | 97 mm |
| Rainy days | 13 days | 12 days |
| Total snowfall | 28 cm | 16 cm |
| Snowy days | 13 days | 8 days |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Switzerland with cold temps, averaging around 6°C during the day and nights around 0°C.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps drop to around 4°C, with nights around -2°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Switzerland is around 4°C, while nighttime temps are about -2°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 4 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
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The climate in Switzerland is based on weather data from Bern. Other places, like Zurich, Geneva or Valais, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Switzerland to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in January in Switzerland. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in January in Switzerland
Temperature in January in Switzerland over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in January in Switzerland. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in January in Switzerland
Total precipitation in January in Switzerland over the years
Daily Snowfall in January in Switzerland
Snowfall in January in Switzerland per year
Daily UV index in January in Switzerland
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Switzerland, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Weather experiences in January in Switzerland
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Temperatures drop well below freezing, making it ideal for winter sports. Foggy days can limit visibility, but clear, sunny days make up for this.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Switzerland by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Switzerland. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.