Leysin weather in January (Vaud, Switzerland)

Can you expect sunny skies in Leysin in January? Find all the essential weather information for this month in our guide.

Temperatures

In January, Leysin tends to experience very low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. January marks the winter season. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around 1°C, cooling off to about -8°C at night. Expect chilly temperatures this month, as it is typically the coldest of the year. Pack accordingly with warm clothes.

Precipitation

Leysin in January usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 133 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 15 days of snow/rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 95 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

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

 

Leysin, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -8°C  

Max Temperature 1°C  

Chance of Rain 49%  

Precipitation 133 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 78% *  

Sunshine 95 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 53% *  

Data from: Sion, 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.

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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

2/10

Walking

2/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

2/10

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