Rothenburg weather in January (Canton of Lucerne, Switzerland)

Can you expect sunny skies in Rothenburg in January? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

In January, Rothenburg usually has low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. Enjoy the winter season during this month. The temperature during the day can rise to approximately 4°C. At night, it falls to around -2°C. With temperatures often at their lowest, this month is coldest of the year. Ideal for indoor activities, be sure to pack warm clothing.

Precipitation

Rothenburg in January usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 114 mm for the month. Enjoy the driest month, where the risk of rain is low. It's a great time for outdoor events and activities without the threat of wet weather. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 14 days days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 48 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Rothenburg. June and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Rothenburg, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -2°C  

Max Temperature 4°C  

Chance of Rain 48%  

Precipitation 114 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 78% *  

Sunshine 48 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 35% *  

Data from: Altdorf, Switzerland (37 KM, 23 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.

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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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