January weather forecast
Grindelwald, Switzerland

January

Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Grindelwald, Switzerland, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max -2.8°C (27°F) and min -12.3°C (9.9°F).

Temperature

The lowest level of Grindelwald's temperatures is noted during January and February, averaging a high-temperature of -2.8°C (27°F).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 90%.

Rainfall

In January, in Grindelwald, the rain falls for 4.4 days. Throughout January, 56mm (2.2") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Grindelwald, Switzerland, there are 169.7 rainfall days, and 934mm (36.77") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In Grindelwald, in January, during 19 snowfall days, 392mm (15.43") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Grindelwald, Switzerland, there are 97.4 snowfall days, and 2150mm (84.65") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Grindelwald, Switzerland, is 9h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:12 and sunset at 16:50. On the last day of January, in Grindelwald, sunrise is at 07:53 and sunset at 17:28 CET.

Sunshine

In Grindelwald, the average sunshine in January is 3.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, March, April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in January translates into the following instructions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Grindelwald?
Grindelwald's coldest season falls during January and February, averaging a high-temperature of -2.8°C (27°F).
How cold is it in Grindelwald in January?
An average high-temperature, in January, in Grindelwald, is -2.8°C (27°F) and the average low-temperature is -12.3°C (9.9°F).
What is the average humidity in January in Grindelwald?
In Grindelwald, the average relative humidity in January is 90%.
How many days does it rain in January in Grindelwald?
In Grindelwald, during January, the rain falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 56mm (2.2") of precipitation.
How much does it snow in Grindelwald in January?
In Grindelwald, Switzerland, in January, snow falls for 19 days, with typically accumulated 392mm (15.43") of snow.
How many hours of daylight does Grindelwald have in January?
The average day length in January in Grindelwald, Switzerland, is 9h and 4min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Grindelwald?
On the first day of January in Grindelwald, sunrise is at 08:12 and sunset at 16:50. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:53 and sunset at 17:28 CET.
How long on average sun shines in January in Grindelwald?
In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.9h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Grindelwald?
The months with the lowest UV index are January, March, April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.
How high is the UV index in January in Grindelwald?
In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Grindelwald, Switzerland, is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January - Grindelwald, Switzerland
Average temperature in January
Grindelwald, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in January: -2.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (15.8°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (-2.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -12.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (5.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-12.3°C).

Average pressure in January - Grindelwald, Switzerland
Average pressure in January
Grindelwald, Switzerland
  • Average pressure in January: 1019.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.3mbar).

Average wind speed in January - Grindelwald, Switzerland
Average wind speed in January
Grindelwald, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (8.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8km/h).

Average humidity in January - Grindelwald, Switzerland
Average humidity in January
Grindelwald, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in January: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (92%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (83%).

Average rainfall in January - Grindelwald, Switzerland
Average rainfall in January
Grindelwald, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in January: 56mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (117mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (50mm).

Average rainfall days in January - Grindelwald, Switzerland
Average rainfall days in January
Grindelwald, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in January - Grindelwald, Switzerland
Average snowfall in January
Grindelwald, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in January: 392mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (423mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January - Grindelwald, Switzerland
Average snowfall days in January
Grindelwald, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in January: 19 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Grindelwald, Switzerland
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Grindelwald, Switzerland
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 1min

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: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 8h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January - Grindelwald, Switzerland
Average sunshine days in January
Grindelwald, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (5.4 days).

Average UV index in January - Grindelwald, Switzerland
Average UV index in January
Grindelwald, 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, March, April, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January - Grindelwald, Switzerland
Average cloud cover in January
Grindelwald, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in January: 59

The months with the most cloud cover are February and May (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 47).

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

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, October, November and December (7km).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (5km).

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