Grimisuat weather in January (Canton of Valais, Switzerland)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Grimisuat during January? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

The month of January in Grimisuat typically includes very low temperatures and high snowfall. January is known for being in the winter season. Daytime temperatures generally settle around -3°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about -13°C. Being the coldest month of the year, it’s a good idea to bring your heaviest winter gear.

Precipitation

Grimisuat in January usually receives high snowfall, averaging around 128 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 15 days with snow.

Average sunshine

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're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Grimisuat. July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Grimisuat, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -13°C  

Max Temperature -3°C  

Chance of Rain 49%  

Precipitation 128 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 78% *  

Windspeed 4 km/h *  

Sunshine 95 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 53% *  

Data from: Sion, Switzerland (6 KM, 3 Miles).

Where to go in Switzerland in January

Find out more about the weather in Switzerland and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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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?

Visitors traveling to Grimisuat 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.

Swimming

1/10

Cycling

1/10

Walking

1/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

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