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Olten Weather in January

January in Olten sees daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and lows of -1°C (30°F) at night. With around 91 mm (3.6 in) of snow/rainfall expected, it's worth packing a rain jacket.

Rainfall in Olten in January

Expect around 15 days of snow/rain based on historical data, with 91 mm (3.6 in) average. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Olten in January

In January, Olten sees low temperatures, with highs of 5°C (41°F). Nights drop to around -1°C (30°F). The month of January belongs to the winter season. Expect a distinctly cold feel throughout the day, not just overnight. Nights drop below freezing to -1°C (30°F). An extra blanket is worth packing if you're unsure about the heating where you're staying. This month tends to bring the coldest weather of the year, so be sure to pack enough warm clothing to stay comfortable.

Sunshine in Olten in January

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 63 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

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

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Olten Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -1°C (30°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 5°C (41°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 49%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 91 mm (3.6 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 81% *  
SunshineSunshine 63 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 28% *  
* Data from: Basel, Switzerland (33 KM, 20 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 Olten 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. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Olten 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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