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Horw Weather in January

Horw in January sees low temperatures, with highs around 4°C (39°F) and overnight lows of -3°C (27°F). It's the driest month of the year, with very little snow/rainfall to worry about.

Rainfall in Horw in January

Take advantage of the dry conditions this month, with minimal rain expected, even if it's a cooler time of year. You can expect snow/rain on roughly 15 days based on historical data, averaging 122 mm (4.8 in) for the month. When it rains this month, it tends to come down fairly heavily. Showers can be substantial even if they don't last all day.

Temperature in Horw in January

In January, expect low temperatures in Horw, with highs of 4°C (39°F) and lows of -3°C (27°F) at night. January is typically considered a winter month. Even daytime conditions remain cold, making layers, a warm coat, and winter accessories a good idea. With lows of -3°C (27°F), nights are freezing. Packing a spare blanket is worth considering if you're staying somewhere that might not be fully heated. This month tends to bring the coldest weather of the year, so be sure to pack enough warm clothing to stay comfortable.

Sunshine in Horw in January

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 48 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Horw. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Horw Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -3°C (27°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 4°C (39°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 49%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 122 mm (4.8 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 78% *  
SunshineSunshine 48 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 35% *  
* Data from: Altdorf, Switzerland (29 KM, 18 Miles).

Best Places in Switzerland in January

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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 (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Horw in January

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Horw in January. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Horw in January

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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