Murten weather in January (Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland)

Is Murten a good destination in January, weather-wise? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

The month of January in Murten typically includes low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January is typically considered a winter month. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 5°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around -2°C. Since it's the coldest month of the year, you'll want to bundle up with extra layers and winter clothing.

Precipitation

Murten in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 99 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 15 days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 61 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

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

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

 

Murten, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -2°C  

Max Temperature 5°C  

Chance of Rain 50%  

Precipitation 99 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 85% *  

Windspeed 7 km/h *  

Sunshine 61 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 25% *  

Data from: Payerne, Switzerland (17 KM, 11 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

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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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