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Grimentz weather in January (Canton of Valais, Switzerland)

What can you expect from the weather in Grimentz during January? This guide provides all the details you need.

In January, Grimentz generally has very low temperatures and high snowfall. January falls within the winter season. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around -5°C. But by evening, they drop to around -14°C. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

Grimentz in January usually receives high snowfall, averaging around 114 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 16 days of snow.

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 95 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Grimentz. June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Grimentz, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -14°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -5°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 52%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 114 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 78% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 95 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 53% *  
* Data from: Sion, Switzerland (19 KM, 11 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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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 Grimentz in January?

Visitors traveling to Grimentz 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 in January.

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

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