Hochdorf weather in January (Canton of Lucerne, Switzerland)

What's the typical weather in Hochdorf for January? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

Typically, January in Hochdorf includes low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. January is known for being in the winter season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 5°C, while night temperatures can drop to -1°C. Expect the coldest temperatures of the year this month. Make sure you have enough winter clothing to stay warm.

Precipitation

Hochdorf in January usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 106 mm for the month. Experience the driest month of the year, where clear skies and little rain are the norms. It's a great time to be outdoors. This month experiences about 14 days of snow/rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 61 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

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

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

 

Hochdorf, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -1°C  

Max Temperature 5°C  

Chance of Rain 48%  

Precipitation 106 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 83% *  

Sunshine 61 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 24% *  

Data from: Zürich, Switzerland (31 KM, 19 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.

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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?

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.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

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