Winterthur weather in January (Canton of Zurich, Switzerland)
Interested in knowing the climate of Winterthur in January? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.
Temperatures
Typically, January in Winterthur includes low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January is part of the winter season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 5°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate -1°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Ensure you're prepared by packing appropriate winter gear.
Precipitation
Winterthur in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 84 mm for the month. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 15 days days of snow/rain.Average sunshine
The city usually sees around 61 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Winterthur. September typically offers the best circumstances. While January, February, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Winterthur climate page with graphs.
Winterthur, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
-1°C
Max Temperature
5°C
Chance of Rain
49%
Precipitation
84 mm
Rainy days
15 days
Humidity
83% *
Windspeed
7 km/h *
Sunshine
61 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
24% *
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.
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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.
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