Obwalden weather in January
Considering a trip to Obwalden this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Obwalden in January?
Obwalden is a region in Switzerland. January in Obwalden generally has very cold temperatures, with high precipitation. In January, it is winter.
The average maximum temperatures are very cold and range from -1°C in Frutt to 1°C in Sarnen. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -5°C in Sarnen and -8°C in Frutt. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.
January is a rainy month with an average snowfall of around 125 mm in Engelberg. Most areas see fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 48 hours of sunshine in Engelberg. 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 Obwalden, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Obwalden's yearly weather, check out our Obwalden climate page.
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What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Obwalden?
Engelberg
In January Engelberg generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Sarnen
In January Sarnen generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Frutt
In January Frutt generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Flüeli
In January Flüeli 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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Giswil
In January Giswil generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. 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 Obwalden, in Switzerland.
Is January the best time to visit Obwalden?
In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Obwalden with often poor weather in Engelberg.
On average, the best time to visit Obwalden is in September with generally unpleasant weather in Engelberg.
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