Rüschlikon weather in January (Canton of Zurich, Switzerland)

How does the weather in Rüschlikon usually fare in January? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

The typical weather for January in Rüschlikon includes low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. Winter occurs in January. Expect temperatures to climb to 5°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to -1°C. This month is known for being the coldest, so make sure you pack appropriately with plenty of warm clothing.

Precipitation

Rüschlikon in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 96 mm for the month. You can typically expect 15 days days of snow/rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 61 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Rüschlikon. June, July, August 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 Rüschlikon climate page with graphs.

 

Rüschlikon, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -1°C  

Max Temperature 5°C  

Chance of Rain 49%  

Precipitation 96 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 83% *  

Windspeed 7 km/h *  

Sunshine 61 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 24% *  

Data from: Zürich, Switzerland (8 KM, 5 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

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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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