Rapperswil-Jona weather in January (Switzerland)

How's the weather trend in Rapperswil-Jona as January approaches? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

Typically, January in Rapperswil-Jona includes low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. January is known for being in the winter season. Daytime temperatures hover around 4°C, while nights can cool down to about -3°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Ensure you're prepared by packing appropriate winter gear.

Precipitation

Rapperswil-Jona in January usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 113 mm for the month. It is the driest month of the year. For those who prefer outdoor activities, it's a great time to explore without the huge concern of sudden downpours. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 15 days of the month will see snow/rainfall.

Average sunshine

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 61 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Rapperswil-Jona. May, June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Rapperswil-Jona, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -3°C  

Max Temperature 4°C  

Chance of Rain 48%  

Precipitation 113 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 83% *  

Sunshine 61 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 24% *  

Data from: Zürich, Switzerland (25 KM, 15 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

4/10

Cycling

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

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