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Berne Weather in January

Berne in January sees low temperatures, with highs around 6°C (43°F) and overnight lows of 0°C (32°F). Rainfall is fairly high at around 72 mm (2.8 in) on average, so pack waterproofs just in case.

Rainfall in Berne in January

Past climate data indicates that roughly 17 days will see rain, totalling around 72 mm (2.8 in) for the month. Rain falls on many days this month, but usually in relatively small amounts. A light waterproof is more useful than a heavy umbrella.

Temperature in Berne in January

Berne in January gets highs of 6°C (43°F) during the day and drops to 0°C (32°F) at night. The winter season is characteristic of January. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. Nights drop to 0°C (32°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter clothes.

Sunshine in Berne in January

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 50 hours of sunshine.

January in Berne 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.

Berne Temperature in January

Min Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Max Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Chance of Rain
58%
Precipitation
72 mm (2.8 in)
Rainy days
17 days
Humidity
86% *
Sunshine
50 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Bremen, Germany (24 KM, 15 Miles).

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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 Berne in January

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Berne 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. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Sunglasses aren't essential this month, though you might want them for the occasional bright moment.

What To Do in Berne 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
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    3/10

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