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Payerne Weather in January

January in Payerne brings low temperatures, with daytime highs of 5°C (41°F) and nights around -2°C (28°F). Quite a bit of snow/rainfall is expected, around 102 mm (4 in), so pack an umbrella.

Rainfall in Payerne in January

You can expect snow/rain on roughly 15 days based on historical data, averaging 102 mm (4 in) for the month. When it rains this month, it tends to come down fairly heavily. Showers can be substantial even if they don't last all day.

Temperature in Payerne in January

Payerne in January gets highs of 5°C (41°F) during the day and drops to -2°C (28°F) at night. January is known for being in the winter season. It stays very cold throughout much of the day, so warm winter clothing is essential. With overnight lows of -2°C (28°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold. Since it's the coldest month of the year, you'll want to bundle up with extra layers and winter clothing.

Sunshine in Payerne in January

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 61 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

Wind Speed in Payerne in January

Wind speeds average 2 m/s (4 knots) during January. At this speed, expect light breezes that you can feel on your face and cause leaves to rustle gently. Since this is an average, some days are calmer with barely any wind while others have more noticeable gentle breezes.

January in Payerne can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Payerne Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -2°C (28°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 5°C (41°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 50%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 102 mm (4 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 85%  
WindspeedWindspeed 2 m/s (4 knots)  
SunshineSunshine 61 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 25%  

Best Places in Switzerland in January

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Payerne in January

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Payerne in January. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Payerne in January

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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