Lugano weather in January (Canton of Ticino, Switzerland)

How does the January weather in Lugano compare to other months? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

The typical weather for January in Lugano includes low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January ushers in the winter season. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 6°C. After dark they usually decrease to around -1°C. This month is known for being the coldest, so make sure you pack appropriately with plenty of warm clothing.

Precipitation

Lugano in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 71 mm for the month. With the driest weather of the year, this month is ideal for outdoor fun. Plan your events and outings without worrying about rain. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 12 days of snow/rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 135 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Lugano. May, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Lugano climate page with graphs.

 

Lugano, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -1°C  

Max Temperature 6°C  

Chance of Rain 38%  

Precipitation 71 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 65% *  

Sunshine 135 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 59% *  

Data from: Locarno, Switzerland (21 KM, 13 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

5/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

Interested in more climate information?

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