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Nyon Weather in January

January in Nyon brings low temperatures, with daytime highs of 5°C (41°F) and nights around -1°C (30°F). Quite a bit of snow/rainfall is expected, around 124 mm (4.9 in), so pack an umbrella.

Rainfall in Nyon in January

Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 15 days of snow/rain, with 124 mm (4.9 in) average for the month. When showers do arrive, they tend to be on the heavier side. Worth being prepared even if rain days are not that numerous.

Temperature in Nyon in January

January in Nyon brings typical temperatures with highs around 5°C (41°F) and lows of -1°C (30°F). The winter season is characteristic of January. Expect a cold feel throughout the day, not just in the mornings and evenings. Warm layers are essential. With overnight lows of -1°C (30°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold. As the coldest month of the year, it's important to pack plenty of warm clothes and winter gear.

Sunshine in Nyon in January

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 61 hours of sunshine.

Average water temperature in January

With water temperatures around 6°C (43°F), swimming isn't really an option for most visitors. The cold sets in quickly and a wetsuit won't fully solve it.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Nyon. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Nyon Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -1°C (30°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 5°C (41°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 6°C (43°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 49%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 124 mm (4.9 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 81% *  
SunshineSunshine 61 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 24% *  
* Data from: Geneva, Switzerland (20 KM, 12 Miles).

Best Places 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 (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Nyon in January

Cold weather calls for smart layering in January. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. With water temperatures around 6°C (43°F), the water is quite cold for swimming. You can skip the swimwear unless you're particularly tough. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Nyon in January

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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