Sarnen weather in January (Obwalden, Switzerland)

What's the typical weather in Sarnen for January? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

In January, Sarnen usually has very low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. The winter season is characteristic of January. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 1°C. After dark they usually decrease to around -5°C. Since it's the coldest month of the year, you'll want to bundle up with extra layers and winter clothing.

Precipitation

Sarnen in January usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 125 mm for the month. This is the driest month, making it suitable for planning outdoor excursions. With little chance of rain, you can enjoy uninterrupted adventures. Typically, you can expect about 15 days of snow/rain this month.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 48 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Sarnen. July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, May, June, October, 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 Sarnen climate page with graphs.

 

Sarnen, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -5°C  

Max Temperature 1°C  

Chance of Rain 50%  

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.

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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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