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Weather in January in Canton of Zug

Planning a journey to Canton of Zug 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 Zug in January?

Canton of Zug is a region in Switzerland. January in Canton of Zug generally has cold temperatures, with high precipitation. In January, it is winter.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 3°C in Morgarten to 5°C in Steinhausen. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -1°C in Steinhausen and -4°C in Morgarten. 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.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From high snow/rainfall in Steinhausen with an average of 103 mm to high snow/rainfall in Morgarten with 119 mm. Going by our weather data, this month in Zug usually has the least rain, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

Most areas see fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 61 hours of sunshine in Zug. 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 Zug, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Canton of Zug's yearly weather, check out our Canton of Zug climate page.

Where to go in Canton of Zug in January

Find more information for the most popular destinations in the Canton of Zug on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailes.

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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).

Popular destinations

What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Canton of Zug?

Zug

In January Zug generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Zug
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly snow/rainfall precipitationSnow/rainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
5°C 
-1°C 
48 hours 
121 mm 
14 days 
poor 
5°C 
-2°C 
61 hours 
108 mm 
15 days 
poor 
6°C 
-2°C 
88 hours 
109 mm 
14 days 
poor 
Climate in Zug

Baar

In January Baar generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Baar
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly snow/rainfall precipitationSnow/rainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
5°C 
-1°C 
48 hours 
119 mm 
14 days 
poor 
5°C 
-1°C 
61 hours 
105 mm 
15 days 
poor 
6°C 
-2°C 
88 hours 
107 mm 
14 days 
poor 
Climate in Baar

Cham

In January Cham generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Cham
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly snow/rainfall precipitationSnow/rainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
5°C 
-0°C 
48 hours 
119 mm 
14 days 
poor 
5°C 
-1°C 
61 hours 
105 mm 
14 days 
poor 
6°C 
-1°C 
88 hours 
107 mm 
14 days 
poor 
Climate in Cham

Unterägeri

In January Unterägeri generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Unterägeri
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly snow/rainfall precipitationSnow/rainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
4°C 
-2°C 
48 hours 
128 mm 
15 days 
poor 
4°C 
-3°C 
61 hours 
114 mm 
15 days 
poor 
5°C 
-3°C 
88 hours 
115 mm 
14 days 
poor 
Climate in Unterägeri

Morgarten

In January Morgarten generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Morgarten
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly snow/rainfall precipitationSnow/rainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
4°C 
-3°C 
36 hours 
133 mm 
15 days 
poor 
3°C 
-4°C 
48 hours 
119 mm 
15 days 
poor 
4°C 
-4°C 
86 hours 
121 mm 
14 days 
poor 
Climate in Morgarten

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Is January the best time to visit Canton of Zug?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Zug, January may not be the ideal time to visit Canton of Zug.

Generally speaking, June, July and August provide pleasant weather in Zug. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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