Saillon weather in January (Canton of Valais, Switzerland)
What does the weather outlook for Saillon look like in January? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.
Temperatures
In January, Saillon tends to experience very low temperatures and high snowfall. The month of January belongs to the winter season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around -3°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate -12°C. As the coldest month of the year, it's important to pack plenty of warm clothes and winter gear.
Precipitation
Saillon in January usually receives high snowfall, averaging around 132 mm for the month. Typically around 15 days days of snowfall are expected.Average sunshine
The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 95 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Saillon. July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Saillon climate page with graphs.
Saillon, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
-12°C
Max Temperature
-3°C
Chance of Rain
50%
Precipitation
132 mm
Rainy days
15 days
Humidity
78% *
Windspeed
4 km/h *
Sunshine
95 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
53% *
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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So, what should you wear in this month?
Visitors traveling to Saillon 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.
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