Canton of Glarus weather in January
Planning a journey to Canton of Glarus this January and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:
What is the weather like in Canton of Glarus in January?
Canton of Glarus is a region in Switzerland. January in Canton of Glarus generally has very cold temperatures, with high precipitation. During January, winter is in full swing.
The average maximum temperatures are very cold and range from -1°C in Braunwald to 1°C in Filzbach. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -6°C in Filzbach and -9°C in Braunwald. In general, this month stands out as the coldest period throughout the year. Given the lower temperatures, it's essential to be well-prepared. Packing the right winter clothing and necessary accessories can make a significant difference in ensuring your comfort and well-being during this chilly season.
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From high snowfall in Elm with an average of 125 mm to high snowfall in Braunwald with 133 mm. Based on our climate data it is the driest month of the year in Braunwald. Most areas see fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 85 hours of sunshine in Braunwald. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer dimmer, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.
For a closer look at January's conditions in Canton of Glarus, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Canton of Glarus's yearly weather, check out our Canton of Glarus climate page.
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Average weather in Braunwald
In January Braunwald generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Elm
In January Elm generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Matt
In January Matt generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Näfels
In January Näfels generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Filzbach
In January Filzbach generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is January the best time to visit Canton of Glarus?
In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Canton of Glarus with often poor weather in Braunwald.
Generally speaking, provide poor weather in Braunwald.
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