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Chur weather in January (Grisons, Switzerland)

Curious about the climate in Chur this January? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

The month of January in Chur typically includes very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. January is part of the winter season. Daytime temperatures hover around -1°C, while nights can cool down to about -11°C. It's generally the coldest month of the year, making it essential to pack warm layers and winter accessories.

Precipitation

Chur in January usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 99 mm for the month. The month is marked by minimal rainfall, making it a good time for outdoor activities. Enjoy the dry spell, a great time to go hiking. You can typically expect 15 days days of snow this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 112 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Chur. July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Chur, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -11°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -1°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 51%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 99 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 76% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 112 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 55% *  
* Data from: Davos Dorf, Switzerland (23 KM, 14 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.

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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?

Visitors traveling to Chur should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

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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