Amden weather in January (St.Gallen Canton, Switzerland)

Wondering what the weather is like in Amden during January? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In January, the weather in Amden generally includes very low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. January is a notable month of the winter season. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 2°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler -6°C. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter clothes.

Precipitation

Amden in January usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 126 mm for the month. The driest month offers ideal conditions for outdoor fun and exploration. Enjoy the dry spell without the worry of rain disruptions. You can typically expect 16 days days of snow/rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

With about 127 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Amden. July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Amden, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -6°C  

Max Temperature 2°C  

Chance of Rain 52%  

Precipitation 126 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 66% *  

Windspeed 29 km/h *  

Sunshine 127 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Säntis (the highest mountain in the Alpstein massif), Switzerland (17 KM, 10 Miles).

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

5/10

Cycling

2/10

Walking

2/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

2/10

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