Rorschach weather in January (St.Gallen Canton, Switzerland)

How does the January weather in Rorschach compare to other months? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

In January, Rorschach typically experiences low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. Winter occurs in January. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 4°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around -3°C. Expect the coldest temperatures of the year this month. Make sure you have enough winter clothing to stay warm.

Precipitation

Rorschach in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 97 mm for the month. This is the driest month, making it suitable for planning outdoor excursions. With little chance of rain, you can enjoy uninterrupted adventures. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 15 days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 56 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Rorschach. June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Rorschach climate page with graphs.

 

Rorschach, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -3°C  

Max Temperature 4°C  

Chance of Rain 49%  

Precipitation 97 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 80% *  

Sunshine 56 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 22% *  

Data from: St. Gallen, Switzerland (11 KM, 6 Miles).

Where to go in Switzerland in January

Find out more about the weather in Switzerland and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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 and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

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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