Küssnacht weather in January (Canton of Lucerne, Switzerland)

Thinking of visiting Küssnacht in January? Check the weather first! See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

In January, Küssnacht usually has low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. January ushers in the winter season. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 4°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to -2°C. With temperatures often at their lowest, this month is coldest of the year. Ideal for indoor activities, be sure to pack warm clothing.

Precipitation

Küssnacht in January usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 116 mm for the month. Enjoy the driest month with minimal rain interruptions. It's an excellent time for outdoor plans, from sports to festivals. Typically around 14 days days of snow/rainfall are expected.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 48 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Küssnacht. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, 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 Küssnacht climate page with graphs.

 

Küssnacht, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -2°C  

Max Temperature 4°C  

Chance of Rain 47%  

Precipitation 116 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 78% *  

Sunshine 48 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 35% *  

Data from: Altdorf, Switzerland (28 KM, 17 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

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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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