Geneva weather in January (Canton of Geneva, Switzerland)
What can you expect from the weather in Geneva during January? This guide provides all the details you need.
In January, Geneva generally has low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. January is a winter month. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 6°C. But by evening, they drop to around -2°C. It's often the coldest month of the year, a perfect time to cozy up indoors. Make sure to bring along suitable winter clothing.
Geneva in January usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 125 mm for the month. 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 61 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 Geneva. June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Geneva climate page with graphs.
Geneva, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
-2°C
Max Temperature
6°C
Chance of Rain
48%
Precipitation
125 mm
Rainy days
15 days
Humidity
81%
Sunshine
61 hours
Percentage Sunshine
24%
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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So, what should you wear in Geneva 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.
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