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Horgen weather in January (Canton of Zurich, Switzerland)

What kind of weather does January bring to Horgen? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

In January, Horgen typically experiences low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. January ushers in the winter season. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 5°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to -1°C. As the coldest month of the year, it's important to pack plenty of warm clothes and winter gear.

Precipitation

Horgen in January usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 101 mm for the month. It's the month with the least rainfall. Whether you're keen on hiking, outdoor festivals, or just enjoying a walk in the park, this month provides a reliably dry backdrop for all your plans. Snow/rain is expected on roughly 15 days.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 61 hours hours of sunshine. 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 Horgen. 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 Horgen climate page with graphs.

 

Horgen, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -1°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 5°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 49%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 101 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 83% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 61 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 24% *  
* Data from: Zürich, Switzerland (13 KM, 8 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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