Walenstadt weather in January (St.Gallen Canton, Switzerland)

Is January a good time to explore Walenstadt weather-wise? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

In January, Walenstadt typically experiences very low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. During January, the winter season is in full swing. Daytime temperatures hover around 1°C, while nights can cool down to about -7°C. The month is typically the coldest, so be sure to prepare by packing plenty of warm clothing.

Precipitation

Walenstadt 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. Expect around 16 days of snow/rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

With about 127 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

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

 

Walenstadt, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -7°C  

Max Temperature 1°C  

Chance of Rain 52%  

Precipitation 125 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 66% *  

Windspeed 29 km/h *  

Sunshine 127 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Säntis (the highest mountain in the Alpstein massif), Switzerland (10 KM, 6 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

5/10

Cycling

2/10

Walking

2/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

2/10

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