Chateau-d'Oex weather in January (Vaud, Switzerland)
Can you expect sunny skies in Chateau-d'Oex in January? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.
Temperatures
In January, Chateau-d'Oex typically experiences very low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. January marks the winter season. Daytime temperatures hover around 1°C, while nights can cool down to about -7°C. Since it's the coldest month of the year, you'll want to bundle up with extra layers and winter clothing.
Precipitation
Chateau-d'Oex in January usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 134 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 16 days of snow/rain.Average sunshine
The city usually sees around 95 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Chateau-d'Oex. July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Chateau-d'Oex climate page with graphs.
Chateau-d'Oex, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
-7°C
Max Temperature
1°C
Chance of Rain
52%
Precipitation
134 mm
Rainy days
16 days
Humidity
78% *
Sunshine
95 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
53% *
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.
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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.
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