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Chur Weather in January

January in Chur sees daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and lows of -11°C (12°F) at night. As the driest month of the year.

Rainfall in Chur in January

The risk of rain is at its lowest this month, making it a reliable choice for outdoor plans, even if temperatures are on the cooler side. Typically, you can expect about 15 days of snow this month, with 99 mm (3.9 in) on average. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in Chur in January

Expect highs of -1°C (30°F) in Chur in January, with nights dropping to around -11°C (12°F). The winter season is characteristic of January. It stays very cold throughout much of the day, so warm winter clothing is essential. At -11°C (12°F) overnight, frost and ice are likely outside. Indoors, consider packing an extra blanket if you're unsure about the heating. It is the coldest month of the year, so be sure to pack proper winter clothing for the conditions.Pack accordingly with warm clothes.

Sunshine in Chur in January

The area enjoys a balanced 112 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

Wind Speed in Chur in January

January has wind speeds averaging 1 m/s (2 knots). You can expect very gentle conditions with light air movement on typical days. Since this is an average, daily weather varies from perfectly still moments to some breezier days.

January in Chur has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Chur Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -11°C (12°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -1°C (30°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 51%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 99 mm (3.9 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 76% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 1 m/s (2 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 112 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 55% *  
* Data from: Davos Dorf, Switzerland (23 KM, 14 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 Chur in January

We recommend you pack up your warm winter gear for Chur in January. If you have insulated boots, thermal layers, and a heavy winter coat that can handle snow and freezing temperatures it's smart to bring them. Don't forget gloves, a warm hat, and a scarf. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Chur in January

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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