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Rothrist Weather in January

Rothrist in January sees low temperatures, with highs around 5°C (41°F) and overnight lows of -1°C (30°F). Snow/rainfall is fairly high at around 90 mm (3.5 in) on average, so pack waterproofs just in case.

Rainfall in Rothrist in January

Historically, the month has about 15 days of snow/rain, averaging 90 mm (3.5 in) in total. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in Rothrist in January

Temperatures in Rothrist in January top out at 5°C (41°F) and drop to -1°C (30°F) overnight. The month of January belongs to the winter season. Time outdoors is usually more comfortable with proper winter clothing and protection from wind. With lows of -1°C (30°F), nights are freezing. Packing a spare blanket is worth considering if you're staying somewhere that might not be fully heated. With temperatures often at their lowest, it is the coldest month of the year. Ideal for indoor activities, be sure to pack warm clothing.

Sunshine in Rothrist in January

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 63 hours of sunshine.

January in Rothrist 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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Rothrist Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -1°C (30°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 5°C (41°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 49%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 90 mm (3.5 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 81% *  
SunshineSunshine 63 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 28% *  
* Data from: Basel, Switzerland (35 KM, 22 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 Rothrist in January

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Rothrist in January. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. Sunglasses aren't essential this month, though you might want them for the occasional bright moment.

What To Do in Rothrist 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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