January Rainfall and Precipitation in Canton of Schwyz

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Canton of Schwyz, Switzerland in January.

Canton of Schwyz, Switzerland, a region in Switzerland, experiences high precipitation in January, ranging from 115 mm (4.5 in) of snow/rainfall in Schindellegi to 133 mm (5.2 in) in Muotathal. January is part of the winter season. January typically stands out as the driest month of the year in Canton of Schwyz, Switzerland.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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Canton of Schwyz precipitation in January: frequently asked questions

How much snow/rainfall does Canton of Schwyz, Switzerland receive in January?

In January, Brunnen typically experiences high snow/rainfall, averaging about 129 mm (5.1 in). This translates to a mix of wet and dry days throughout the month.

How many days does it rain in Canton of Schwyz, Switzerland in January?

On average, Brunnen has about 15 days days of rain in January.

Is January part of the rainy season in Canton of Schwyz, Switzerland?

January is generally a drier month for Canton of Schwyz, Switzerland, falling outside the main rainy season.

What is the wettest city in January in Canton of Schwyz, Switzerland?

Muotathal is the wettest city in Canton of Schwyz, Switzerland in January according to our database, with average snow/rainfall of around 133 mm (5.2 in).

What is the driest city in January in Canton of Schwyz, Switzerland?

Based on our database, Schindellegi sees the least snow/rainfall in Canton of Schwyz, Switzerland in January, with around 115 mm (4.5 in) on average.

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