Zürich weather in January (Canton of Zurich, Switzerland)

How is January weather typically in Zürich? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

During January, Zürich usually has low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January is part of the winter season. Expect temperatures to climb to 5°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to -1°C. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter clothes.

Precipitation

Zürich in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 92 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 15 days will see snow/rain.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 61 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Zürich. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Zürich climate page with graphs.

 

Zürich, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -1°C  

Max Temperature 5°C  

Chance of Rain 49%  

Precipitation 92 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 83%  

Windspeed 7 km/h  

Sunshine 61 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 24%  

Where to go in Switzerland in January

Find out more about the weather in Switzerland and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

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

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Zürich.

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