Canton of Valais weather in January
Are you planning a trip to Canton of Valais in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Canton of Valais in January?
Canton of Valais is a region in Switzerland. January in Canton of Valais generally has very cold temperatures, with high precipitation. In January, it is winter.
The average maximum temperatures are very cold and range from -7°C in Arolla to 2°C in Torgon. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -7°C in Torgon and -15°C in Arolla. 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 Zermatt with an average of 101 mm to high snowfall in Les Crosets with 139 mm. Zermatt experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 86 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who prefer dimmer, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days
For a closer look at January's conditions in Canton of Valais, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Canton of Valais's yearly weather, check out our Canton of Valais climate page.
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Average weather in Zermatt
In January Zermatt generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -15°C and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Nendaz
In January Nendaz generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -4°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -13°C and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Saas-Fee
In January Saas-Fee generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -13°C and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Crans-Montana
In January Crans-Montana generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -4°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -13°C and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Verbier
In January Verbier generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -4°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -13°C and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Canton of Valais, in Switzerland.
Is January the best time to visit Canton of Valais?
In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Canton of Valais with often poor weather in Zermatt.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in August offering mostly unpleasant weather in Zermatt.
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