Saas-Grund weather in January (Canton of Valais, Switzerland)

How is the weather in Saas-Grund in January? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Saas-Grund generally has very low temperatures and high snowfall. January is a winter month. Anticipate daytime temperatures around -5°C, while night temperatures can drop to -13°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

Saas-Grund in January usually receives high snowfall, averaging around 103 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 17 days of snow.

The city usually sees around 86 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Saas-Grund, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -13°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -5°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 57%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 103 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 65% *  
SunshineSunshine 86 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 53% *  
* Data from: Zermatt, Switzerland (18 KM, 11 Miles).

Where to go in Switzerland in January

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

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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 Saas-Grund in January?

Visitors traveling to Saas-Grund should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

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

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

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