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Rheinfelden Weather in January

During January, Rheinfelden experiences low daytime temperatures of 5°C (41°F) and cooler nights around -1°C (30°F). As part of the winter season, expect quite a bit of snow/rainfall. Around 91 mm (3.6 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Rheinfelden in January

Snow/rain is expected on roughly 15 days, totalling around 91 mm (3.6 in) for the month. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in Rheinfelden in January

Expect highs of 5°C (41°F) in Rheinfelden in January, with nights dropping to around -1°C (30°F). The winter season is characteristic of January. Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. Nights drop below freezing to -1°C (30°F). An extra blanket is worth packing if you're unsure about the heating where you're staying. As the coldest month of the year, it's important to pack plenty of warm clothes and winter gear.

Sunshine in Rheinfelden in January

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 63 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

January in Rheinfelden can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Rheinfelden Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -1°C (30°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 5°C (41°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 51%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 91 mm (3.6 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 81% *  
SunshineSunshine 63 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 28% *  
* Data from: Basel, Switzerland (15 KM, 9 Miles).

Best Places in Switzerland in January

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Legend 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).

What to Wear in Rheinfelden in January

Cold weather calls for smart layering in January. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. Sunglasses aren't essential this month, though you might want them for the occasional bright moment.

What To Do in Rheinfelden in January

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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