Weather · JanuarySwitzerland weather in January
Temperature, rain, what to pack, this month's events and prices
January in Switzerland: changeable weather. Roughly 8h 44m of daylight, with light from about 07:08 to 15:52. January isn't peak season in Switzerland. The upside: quiet and cheaper. The downside: weather that needs flexibility.
Switzerland in January
January in Switzerland, what works
Match the plan to the forecast — a mix of indoor sights and outdoor time keeps it flexible.
What to pack: Check the forecast close to your trip and pack layers accordingly.
Holidays & events in Switzerland
Ski season at its peak. Lakes and low valleys sit under fog; above it, in the mountains, sunshine.
- 1 JanuaryNew Year's Day
On public holidays banks and offices close, some sites change hours and transport shifts, but it's also the best way to see living tradition.
Thailand, Dry and clear countrywide, calm seas — peak season, book ahead.
Philippines, The best month for the islands: sun, superb visibility underwater, no typhoons.
Vietnam, The south (Ho Chi Minh, Phu Quoc) is warm and dry; the north stays cool.January in Switzerland, FAQ
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Switzerland — flights & hotels
Check prices for your dates. Booking early is well below the last-minute price.
Check flight prices to Switzerland, every airline at once.
Rates in Switzerland shift daily. See what your night costs now.
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Sources: Climate: Open-Meteo 1991-2020 · Daylight: astronomical calculation · Holidays: date-holidays dataset