Merlischachen weather in January (Canton of Lucerne, Switzerland)

Curious about the climate in Merlischachen this January? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

In January, Merlischachen tends to experience low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. During January, you’ll experience the winter season. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 4°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around -2°C. It's generally the coldest month of the year, making it essential to pack warm layers and winter accessories.

Precipitation

Merlischachen in January usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 118 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. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 14 days of snow/rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 48 hours of sun. It's 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 Merlischachen. June, July and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Merlischachen, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -2°C  

Max Temperature 4°C  

Chance of Rain 47%  

Precipitation 118 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 78% *  

Sunshine 48 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 35% *  

Data from: Altdorf, Switzerland (27 KM, 17 Miles).

Where to go 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 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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