St. Moritz weather in January (Grisons, Switzerland)
Looking to travel to St. Moritz in January? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.
In January, St. Moritz typically experiences very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. January falls within the winter season. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around -6°C. But by evening, they drop to around -15°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.
St. Moritz in January usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 74 mm for the month. Snow is expected on roughly 17 days.
The city usually sees around 120 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.
If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit St. Moritz. July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized St. Moritz climate page with graphs.
St. Moritz, monthly averages in January
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So, what should you wear in St. Moritz in January?
Visitors traveling to St. Moritz 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.
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