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Kloten Weather in January

January in Kloten brings low temperatures around 5°C (41°F) during the day, dropping to -1°C (30°F) at night, with quite a bit of snow/rainfall expected, averaging around 87 mm (3.4 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Kloten in January

Past climate data indicates that roughly 15 days will see snow/rain, totalling around 87 mm (3.4 in) for the month. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Kloten in January

In January, Kloten gets low temperatures, with highs of 5°C (41°F). Nights cool to around -1°C (30°F). January is part of winter. The days stay cool from start to finish. Layering up well will make outdoor time much more comfortable. With overnight lows of -1°C (30°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter clothes.

Sunshine in Kloten in January

The city usually sees around 61 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

Wind Speed in Kloten in January

Average wind conditions reach 2 m/s (4 knots) in January. This creates comfortable weather with light winds that gently move vegetation. Keep in mind this is an average. Daily conditions range from near-calm to more noticeable wind.

January in Kloten can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Kloten Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -1°C (30°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 5°C (41°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 49%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 87 mm (3.4 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 83% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 2 m/s (4 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 61 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 24% *  
* Data from: Zürich, Switzerland (8 KM, 5 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 Kloten in January

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Kloten in January. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. With limited sunshine expected, sunglasses aren't a priority for packing.

What To Do in Kloten 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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