January weather - Winter 2024 - Bern, Switzerland

Weather in January
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Average humidity in January
Average rainfall in January
Average rainfall days in January
Average snowfall in January
Average snowfall days in January
Average daylight in January
Average sunshine in January
Average UV index in January

The leafy landscape, beautiful blue waters, and the city buildings of Bern, Switzerland

Weather in January

The turn of the year in Bern, Switzerland sees fairly low temperatures. In comparison to December, temperatures drop slightly, with the chill intensified by the relative humidity of 84%. January records the high of 2.8°C (37°F) and a low of -3.6°C (25.5°F). Though not devoid of sunshine, the days on average receive merely 2.1 hours of sunlight. An added fascination during January is the snowfall, enveloping the city in a beautiful winter charm.

Temperature

Bern's January weather, marked by an average high temperature of 2.8°C (37°F) and an average low temperature of -3.6°C (25.5°F), is the coldest in the year.

Humidity

In Bern, the average relative humidity in January is 84%.

Rainfall

In January, in Bern, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout January, 60mm (2.36") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 124.2 rainfall days, and 1059mm (41.69") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Bern, Switzerland, in January, during 4.1 snowfall days, 128mm (5.04") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Bern, there are 14.1 snowfall days, and 526mm (20.71") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Bern, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:15 and sunset at 16:51. On the last day of January, in Bern, sunrise is at 07:56 and sunset at 17:30 CET.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 2.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in January leads to these guidelines:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Bern?

January, on average, is the coldest month in Bern, Switzerland, registering a high temperature of 2.8°C (37°F) and a low of -3.6°C (25.5°F).

How cold is it in Bern in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Bern, is 2.8°C (37°F), while the low-temperature averages to -3.6°C (25.5°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Bern?

In January, the average relative humidity in Bern, Switzerland, is 84%.

How much does it rain in Bern in January?

In Bern, in January, during 9.6 rainfall days, 60mm (2.36") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Bern?

In Bern, Switzerland, in January, snow falls for 4.1 days, with typically accumulated 128mm (5.04") of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Bern?

The average day length in January is 9h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Bern?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:15 and sunset at 16:51. On the last day of the month, in Bern, Switzerland, sunrise is at 07:56 and sunset at 17:30 CET.

How many hours of sunshine does Bern have in January?

In Bern, the average sunshine duration in January is 2.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Bern?

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in January in Bern?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Year January F M A M J J A S O N D

Dec

January

Feb

Average high temperature

3.5°C 38.3°F

2.8°C 37°F

4.7°C 40.5°F

Average low temperature

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average UV index

Average temperature in January
Bern, Switzerland

Average high temperature in January: 2.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (24.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.8°C).

Average low temperature in January: -3.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-3.6°C).

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Average humidity in January
Bern, Switzerland

Average humidity in January: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (71%).

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Average rainfall in January
Bern, Switzerland

Average rainfall in January: 60mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (119mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (55mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Bern, Switzerland

Average rainfall days in January: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (8.9 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Bern, Switzerland

Average snowfall in January: 128mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (133mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Bern, Switzerland

Average snowfall days in January: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Bern, Switzerland

Average daylight in January: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

Average sunshine in January: 2h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 36min).

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Average UV index in January
Bern, Switzerland

Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

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January weather forecast
Bern, Switzerland

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