Thurgau Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Thurgau, Switzerland in January.

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Kreuzlingen Arbon Stein am Rhein Frauenfeld

Planning a getaway to Thurgau, Switzerland this January and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Thurgau in January

Thurgau, Switzerland is a region in Switzerland. January in Thurgau generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. January is a winter month.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 4°C (39°F) and nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) in Kreuzlingen. 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.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Thurgau, Switzerland, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Wagenhausen with an average of 78 mm (3.1 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Fischingen with 96 mm (3.8 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more limited in many areas during this month. Kreuzlingen receives about 56 hours of sunlight. For sunnier weather, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

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Best Places to Visit in Thurgau in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Thurgau.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Thurgau

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Thurgau, Switzerland?

Temperature range in Thurgau (January)

Precipitation variation in Thurgau (January)

Kreuzlingen

In January Kreuzlingen generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
48 hours
56 hours
80 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kreuzlingen →

Arbon

In January Arbon generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
48 hours
56 hours
80 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
109 mm (4.3 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Arbon →

Stein am Rhein

In January Stein am Rhein generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
48 hours
61 hours
88 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Stein am Rhein →

Frauenfeld

In January Frauenfeld generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
48 hours
61 hours
88 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Frauenfeld →

Güttingen

In January Güttingen generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
48 hours
56 hours
80 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
103 mm (4.1 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Güttingen →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Thurgau, in Switzerland.

In our records: Switzerland January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Switzerland in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest January day in Switzerland brought 280 mm (11 in) in Ascona on January 30, 1996.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Thurgau in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kreuzlingen 4°C (39°F) -2°C (28°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Arbon 4°C (39°F) -2°C (28°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Stein am Rhein 5°C (41°F) -1°C (30°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Frauenfeld 5°C (41°F) -1°C (30°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Güttingen 4°C (39°F) -2°C (28°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Kesswil 4°C (39°F) -2°C (28°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)

Thurgau weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Thurgau, Switzerland in January?

Expect poor weather across Thurgau, Switzerland in January. The popular destination of Kreuzlingen averages 4°C (39°F) by day and -2°C (28°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Thurgau, Switzerland in January?

Average temperatures in Thurgau, Switzerland during January range from a nighttime low near -2°C (28°F) to a daytime high around 4°C (39°F) in Kreuzlingen.

Does Thurgau, Switzerland get a lot of snow/rain in January?

January is on the drier side in Thurgau, Switzerland. Kreuzlingen averages only about 83 mm (3.3 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Thurgau, Switzerland?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Thurgau, Switzerland due to the typically poor weather in Kreuzlingen.

On average, the best time to visit Thurgau, Switzerland is in June, July, August and September with generally pleasant weather in Kreuzlingen. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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