Meggen weather in January (Canton of Lucerne, Switzerland)

How is the weather in Meggen in January? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Meggen typically experiences low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. January is a winter month. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 4°C. But by evening, they drop to around -3°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Ensure you're prepared by packing appropriate winter gear.

Meggen in January usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 120 mm for the month. It is the driest month of the year. For those who prefer outdoor activities, it's a great time to explore without the huge concern of sudden downpours. Snow/rain is expected on roughly 14 days.

The city usually sees around 48 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Meggen. September typically offers the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Meggen, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -3°C  

Max Temperature 4°C  

Chance of Rain 48%  

Precipitation 120 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 in January and which places have the best weather 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 Meggen in January?

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 in January.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

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