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Schaffhausen Weather in January

Schaffhausen in January averages 5°C (41°F) during the day and -2°C (28°F) at night. This is part of the winter season, and quite a bit of snow/rainfall is expected this month.

Rainfall in Schaffhausen in January

Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 15 days with snow/rain, averaging 78 mm (3.1 in) for the month. Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.

Temperature in Schaffhausen in January

Temperatures in Schaffhausen in January top out at 5°C (41°F) and drop to -2°C (28°F) overnight. January is part of the winter season. Expect a distinctly cold feel throughout the day, not just overnight. Nights are well below freezing at -2°C (28°F). An extra blanket is a good idea if you feel the cold, especially in older or less well-heated accommodation. This month tends to bring the coldest weather of the year, so be sure to pack enough warm clothing to stay comfortable.

Sunshine in Schaffhausen in January

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 61 hours of sunshine.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Schaffhausen. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Schaffhausen Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -2°C (28°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 5°C (41°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 51%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 78 mm (3.1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 83% *  
SunshineSunshine 61 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 24% *  
* Data from: Zürich, Switzerland (35 KM, 21 Miles).

Best Places in Switzerland in January

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Schaffhausen in January

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Schaffhausen in January. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. Sunglasses aren't essential this month, though you might want them for the occasional bright moment.

What To Do in Schaffhausen in January

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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