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Les Brenets Weather in January

In Les Brenets, January brings low daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), with nights cooling to -2°C (28°F). Expect quite a bit of snow/rainfall this month.

Rainfall in Les Brenets in January

This month experiences about 17 days of snow/rain according to historical data, averaging 116 mm (4.6 in). Expect frequent rainfall this month, and not just light drizzle. When it rains, it tends to come down hard.

Temperature in Les Brenets in January

Les Brenets in January gets highs of 4°C (39°F) during the day and drops to -2°C (28°F) at night. January is known for being in the winter season. Staying warm is the main priority this month, especially during mornings and evenings. With overnight lows of -2°C (28°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold. The coldest month of the year calls for plenty of warm layers. Be sure to pack your winter gear.

Sunshine in Les Brenets in January

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 61 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

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

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Les Brenets Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -2°C (28°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 4°C (39°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 56%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 116 mm (4.6 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 85% *  
SunshineSunshine 61 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 25% *  
* Data from: Payerne, Switzerland (33 KM, 20 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 Les Brenets in January

Cold weather calls for smart layering in January. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Les Brenets 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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