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Estavayer-le-Lac Weather in January

January in Estavayer-le-Lac typically sees daytime highs of 5°C (41°F) and nighttime lows of -2°C (28°F). Rainfall is also possible this month, so it's worth packing an umbrella. It falls within the winter season.

Rainfall in Estavayer-le-Lac in January

Snow/rain is expected on roughly 15 days, totalling around 104 mm (4.1 in) for the month. This is a wet month with frequent and often heavy showers. Both the number of rain days and the total rainfall are high.

Temperature in Estavayer-le-Lac in January

January in Estavayer-le-Lac brings low temperatures, with highs of 5°C (41°F) and nights around -2°C (28°F). The month of January belongs to the winter season. Time outdoors is usually more comfortable with proper winter clothing and protection from wind. At -2°C (28°F) overnight, frost and ice are likely outside. Indoors, consider packing an extra blanket if you're unsure about the heating. During the coldest month of the year, be prepared to bundle up with heavy winter gear.

Sunshine in Estavayer-le-Lac in January

The city usually sees around 61 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

Wind Speed in Estavayer-le-Lac in January

Wind speeds average 2 m/s (4 knots) during January. At this speed, expect light breezes that you can feel on your face and cause leaves to rustle gently. Since this is an average, some days are calmer with barely any wind while others have more noticeable gentle breezes.

January in Estavayer-le-Lac 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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Estavayer-le-Lac Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -2°C (28°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 5°C (41°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 51%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 104 mm (4.1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 85% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 2 m/s (4 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 61 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 25% *  
* Data from: Payerne, Switzerland (8 KM, 5 Miles).

Best Places in Switzerland in January

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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 Estavayer-le-Lac in January

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Estavayer-le-Lac in January. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Estavayer-le-Lac in January

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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