Vitznau weather in January (Canton of Lucerne, Switzerland)

Wondering what the weather is like in Vitznau during January? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

Typically, January in Vitznau includes low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. January is part of winter. The temperature during the day can rise to approximately 3°C. At night, it falls to around -3°C. Expect the coldest temperatures of the year this month. Make sure you have enough winter clothing to stay warm.

Precipitation

Vitznau in January usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 125 mm for the month. Known for its minimal rainfall, this month is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. Take advantage of the dry conditions to explore and enjoy various activities. Historically, approximately 14 days this month are expected to have snow/rain.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 48 hours of sun. It's 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 Vitznau. September generally stands out with 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 Vitznau climate page with graphs.

 

Vitznau, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -3°C  

Max Temperature 3°C  

Chance of Rain 48%  

Precipitation 125 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 78% *  

Windspeed 7 km/h *  

Sunshine 48 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 35% *  

Data from: Altdorf, Switzerland (19 KM, 12 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.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

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