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Buochs Weather in January

January in Buochs brings low temperatures, with highs of 3°C (37°F) and nights dropping to -4°C (25°F). It's also the driest month of the year, ideal for those who want to avoid rain.

Rainfall in Buochs in January

With the lowest rainfall figures of the year, conditions are ideal for exploring the outdoors, even if the temperatures require a jacket. Records from the past 30 years suggest around 15 days of snow/rain, with 125 mm (4.9 in) average for the month. Rainfall intensity is on the higher side this month. Expect more substantial showers rather than light, passing rain.

Temperature in Buochs in January

Buochs in January gets highs of 3°C (37°F) during the day and drops to -4°C (25°F) at night. January is part of winter. Expect a distinctly cold feel throughout the day, not just overnight. With overnight lows of -4°C (25°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold. This is usually the coldest month of the year, so be sure to prepare with plenty of winter gear.

Sunshine in Buochs in January

The city usually sees around 48 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

Wind Speed in Buochs 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.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Buochs. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Buochs Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -4°C (25°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 3°C (37°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 49%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 125 mm (4.9 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 78% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 2 m/s (4 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 48 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 35% *  
* Data from: Altdorf, Switzerland (20 KM, 12 Miles).

Best Places in Switzerland in January

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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 (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 Buochs in January

Cold weather calls for smart layering in January. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Buochs 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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