Quarten weather in January (Switzerland)

Is January a good time to explore Quarten weather-wise? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

In January, Quarten typically experiences very low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. January is known for being in the winter season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 1°C, while night temperatures can drop to -7°C. The coldest month of the year calls for plenty of warm layers. Be sure to pack your winter gear.

Precipitation

Quarten in January usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 129 mm for the month. The month is known for having the least precipitation of the year. Make the most of the sunshine and clear skies. Past climate data indicates that roughly 16 days will see snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a balanced 127 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Quarten, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -7°C  

Max Temperature 1°C  

Chance of Rain 53%  

Precipitation 129 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 66% *  

Windspeed 29 km/h *  

Sunshine 127 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Säntis (the highest mountain in the Alpstein massif), Switzerland (14 KM, 9 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

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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

5/10

Cycling

2/10

Walking

2/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

2/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Quarten.

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