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Randa Weather in January

January in Randa brings very low temperatures around -6°C (21°F) during the day, dropping to -14°C (7°F) at night, with quite a bit of snowfall expected, averaging around 104 mm (4.1 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Randa in January

Snow is expected on roughly 17 days, totalling around 104 mm (4.1 in) for the month. Expect frequent rainfall this month, and not just light drizzle. When it rains, it tends to come down hard.

Temperature in Randa in January

January in Randa brings typical temperatures with highs around -6°C (21°F) and lows of -14°C (7°F). Winter occurs in January. Time outdoors is usually more comfortable with proper winter clothing and protection from wind. With overnight lows of -14°C (7°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold. Being the coldest month of the year, it's a good idea to bring your heaviest winter gear.

Sunshine in Randa in January

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 86 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

January in Randa can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Randa Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -14°C (7°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -6°C (21°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 57%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 104 mm (4.1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 65% *  
SunshineSunshine 86 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 53% *  
* Data from: Zermatt, Switzerland (8 KM, 5 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 Randa in January

We recommend you pack up your warm winter gear for Randa in January. If you have insulated boots, thermal layers, and a heavy winter coat that can handle snow and freezing temperatures it's smart to bring them. Don't forget gloves, a warm hat, and a scarf. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. Sunglasses aren't essential this month, though you might want them for the occasional bright moment.

What To Do in Randa in January

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
1/10
Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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