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Dornbirn weather in January (Vorarlberg, Austria)

How is January weather typically in Dornbirn? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

January in Dornbirn generally includes low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. During January, the winter season is in full swing. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 3°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate -5°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Ensure you're prepared by packing appropriate winter gear.

Precipitation

Dornbirn in January usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 110 mm for the month. The month is known for having the least precipitation of the year. Make the most of the sunshine and clear skies. Typically, you can expect about 15 days of snow/rain this month.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 57 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

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

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

 

Dornbirn, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -5°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 3°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 50%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 110 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 76% *  
SunshineSunshine 57 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 30% *  
Data from: Bregenz, Austria (9 KM, 6 Miles).

Where to go in Austria in January

Find out more about the weather in Austria 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?

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.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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