Sachseln weather in January (Obwalden, Switzerland)

What is the weather forecast for Sachseln in January? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

During January, Sachseln usually has very low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. The month of January belongs to the winter season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 1°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate -6°C. Being the coldest month of the year, it’s a good idea to bring your heaviest winter gear.

Precipitation

Sachseln in January usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 125 mm for the month. With the least rainfall of the year, this month offers optimal conditions for outdoor exploration. Take advantage of the dry weather to plan your activities. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 15 days of snow/rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 48 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.

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

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

 

Sachseln, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -6°C  

Max Temperature 1°C  

Chance of Rain 51%  

Precipitation 125 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 78% *  

Sunshine 48 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 35% *  

Data from: Altdorf, Switzerland (29 KM, 18 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

2/10

Walking

2/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

2/10

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