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Unterterzen Weather in January

Unterterzen in January averages 1°C (34°F) during the day and -7°C (19°F) at night. This is the driest month of the year, and part of the winter season.

Rainfall in Unterterzen in January

With the driest weather of the year, this month is a solid choice for exploring, even if you'll want to dress warmly. Historically, the month has about 16 days of snow/rain, averaging 129 mm (5.1 in) in total. Expect frequent rainfall this month, and not just light drizzle. When it rains, it tends to come down hard.

Temperature in Unterterzen in January

January in Unterterzen brings typical temperatures with highs around 1°C (34°F) and lows of -7°C (19°F). January is in the winter season. Even daytime conditions remain cold, making layers, a warm coat, and winter accessories a good idea. At -7°C (19°F) overnight, frost and ice are likely outside. Indoors, consider packing an extra blanket if you're unsure about the heating. Prepare for the coldest month of the year by packing warm and cozy winter cloths.

Sunshine in Unterterzen in January

You can expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 127 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and overcast.

Wind Speed in Unterterzen in January

Average wind conditions reach 8 m/s (16 knots) in January. This results in consistently windy weather that dominates the month and affects many daily activities. Keep in mind this is an average. Some days have strong, steady winds, while others are less turbulent.

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Unterterzen Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -7°C (19°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 1°C (34°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 53%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 129 mm (5.1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 66% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 8 m/s (16 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 127 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Säntis (the highest mountain in the Alpstein massif), Switzerland (13 KM, 8 Miles).

Best Places in Switzerland in January

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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 (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 Unterterzen in January

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Unterterzen 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. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Unterterzen in January

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
2/10
Walking
2/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
2/10

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