January weather forecast
Chur, Switzerland

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Weather in January

The start of the year in Chur, Switzerland showcases a classic winter scenario with the highest snowfall of the year. An umbrella won't suffice during this month, as snowfalls are frequent, reaching a significant total of 320mm (12.6"). Draped in a winter mantle, the city is quiet under heavy cloud cover and reduced daylight. Despite the cold, there is a certain charm in the white landscape, with snowflakes dancing around streetlights during chilly evenings. Overall, the cold weather, low temperatures, and snow mark January as a typical winter month.

Temperature

In Chur, Switzerland, the month of January registers the lowest temperatures, averaging -1.3°C (29.7°F) at the peak and -9.7°C (14.5°F) at the lowest.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Chur is 89%.

Rainfall

In Chur, in January, during 12.3 rainfall days, 81mm (3.19") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Chur, there are 211.5 rainfall days, and 1072mm (42.2") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 13.8 days and accumulates 320mm (12.6") of snow.

Daylight

In Chur, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 2min.
On the first day of January in Chur, sunrise is at 08:06 and sunset at 16:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:48 and sunset at 17:22 CET.

Sunshine

In Chur, the average sunshine in January is 5.4h.

UV index

January and November, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Chur, Switzerland. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During January, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Chur?

Chur's coldest month, January, registers temperatures that range from a high of -1.3°C (29.7°F) to a low of -9.7°C (14.5°F).

How cold is it in Chur in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Chur, Switzerland, are -1.3°C (29.7°F) and -9.7°C (14.5°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Chur?

In January, the average relative humidity is 89%.

How much does it rain in Chur in January?

In Chur, during January, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 81mm (3.19") of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Chur?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Chur. Snow falls for 13.8 days and accumulates 320mm (12.6") of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Chur?

In Chur, Switzerland, in January, during 13.8 snowfall days, 320mm (12.6") of snow is typically accumulated.

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

The average day length in January in Chur, Switzerland, is 9h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Chur?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 08:06 and sunset at 16:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:48 and sunset at 17:22 CET.

How long on average sun shines in January in Chur?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Chur, Switzerland, is 5.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Chur?

The months with the lowest UV index in Chur, Switzerland, are January and November, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in January in Chur?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Chur is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Chur, Switzerland

Average temperature in January - Chur, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in January: -1.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (19°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-1.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -9.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (7.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-10°C).

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Average pressure in January
Chur, Switzerland

Average pressure in January - Chur, Switzerland
  • Average pressure in January: 1019.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Chur, Switzerland

Average wind speed in January - Chur, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (8.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Chur, Switzerland

Average humidity in January - Chur, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in January: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (78%).

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Average rainfall in January
Chur, Switzerland

Average rainfall in January - Chur, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in January: 81mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (133mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (61mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Chur, Switzerland

Average rainfall days in January - Chur, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (24.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (12.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Chur, Switzerland

Average snowfall in January - Chur, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in January: 320mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (320mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Chur, Switzerland

Average snowfall days in January - Chur, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Chur, 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: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Chur, Switzerland

Average sunshine days in January - Chur, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in January: 9.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (3.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Chur, Switzerland

Average UV index in January - Chur, Switzerland
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Chur, Switzerland

Average cloud cover in January - Chur, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in January: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and October (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in January
Chur, Switzerland

Average visibility in January - Chur, Switzerland
  • Average visibility in January: 6km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, October and November (8km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (6km).

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