Eigenthal weather in January (Canton of Lucerne, Switzerland)

Curious about the January weather in Eigenthal? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Eigenthal typically experiences low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. January is a winter month. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 4°C, while night temperatures can drop to -2°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

Eigenthal in January usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 120 mm for the month. It's the month receiving the least amount of rain. As the days go by, you can expect fewer clouds and less precipitation. This makes it an ideal time for outdoor activities and events that might be disrupted by wetter conditions in other months. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 15 days of the month will see snow/rainfall.

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 48 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Eigenthal. September typically offers the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Eigenthal, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -2°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 4°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 49%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 120 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 78% *  
SunshineSunshine 48 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 35% *  
* Data from: Altdorf, Switzerland (35 KM, 22 Miles).

Where to go in Switzerland in January

Find out more about the weather in Switzerland in January and which places have the best weather 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 Eigenthal in January?

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 in January.

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

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