January weather forecast
Saint Gallen, Switzerland

The Abbey Cathedral of Saint Gall in Saint Gallen, Switzerland
The Abbey Cathedral of Saint Gall in Saint Gallen, Switzerland

January

Weather in January

As the first month of the year arrives, Saint Gallen, Switzerland experiences winter in its full splendor. Temperature fluctuations are apparent as the city witnesses highs of 2.9°C (37.2°F), combined with lows dipping to as chilling as -2.9°C (26.8°F). Compared to the warmth of December, the city cools down significantly. Blanketed under an impressive volume of 353mm (13.9") snowfall, the city takes on a picturesque winter charm. Despite the chilling temperatures, the weather retains a moist characteristic, contributing to the unique winter experience in this Swiss city.

Temperature

Saint Gallen's coldest temperatures are experienced in January, with average high temperatures of 2.9°C (37.2°F) and lows of -2.9°C (26.8°F).

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 12.1 days. Throughout January, 78mm (3.07") of precipitation is accumulated. In Saint Gallen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 177.8 days and collects up to 1006mm (39.61") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 12.3 days and typically aggregates up to 353mm (13.9") of snow.

Daylight

In Saint Gallen, Switzerland, the average length of the day in January is 8h and 58min.
On the first day of January in Saint Gallen, sunrise is at 08:09 and sunset at 16:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:50 and sunset at 17:21 CET.

Sunshine

In Saint Gallen, the average sunshine in January is 5.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?
The coldest period is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 2.9°C (37.2°F) and a low of -2.9°C (26.8°F).
How cold is it in January?
The high-temperature, in January, in Saint Gallen, is 2.9°C (37.2°F), while the low-temperature averages to -2.9°C (26.8°F).
What is the most humid month?
With an average relative humidity of 85%, January is the most humid month.
What is the average humidity in January?
In January, the average relative humidity is 85%.
How much does it rain in January?
In Saint Gallen, during January, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 78mm (3.07") of precipitation.
What is the snowiest month?
January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.3 days and accumulates 353mm (13.9") of snow.
How much does it snow in January?
In Saint Gallen, in January, during 12.3 snowfall days, 353mm (13.9") of snow is typically accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in January?
In January, the average day length is 8h and 58min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Saint Gallen?
In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:09 and sunset at 16:41. On the last day of the month, in Saint Gallen, sunrise is at 07:50 and sunset at 17:21 CET.
How many hours of sunshine does Saint Gallen have in January?
In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.
When is the lowest UV index?
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Saint Gallen, Switzerland.
What is the UV index intensity in January?
The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in January - Saint Gallen, Switzerland
Average temperature in January
Saint Gallen, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in January: 2.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (23.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -2.9°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (12.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-2.9°C).

Average pressure in January - Saint Gallen, Switzerland
Average pressure in January
Saint Gallen, Switzerland
  • Average pressure in January: 1019.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.7mbar).

Average wind speed in January - Saint Gallen, Switzerland
Average wind speed in January
Saint Gallen, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7km/h).

Average humidity in January - Saint Gallen, Switzerland
Average humidity in January
Saint Gallen, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).

Average rainfall in January - Saint Gallen, Switzerland
Average rainfall in January
Saint Gallen, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in January: 78mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (126mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (52mm).

Average rainfall days in January - Saint Gallen, Switzerland
Average rainfall days in January
Saint Gallen, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in January - Saint Gallen, Switzerland
Average snowfall in January
Saint Gallen, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in January: 353mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (353mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January - Saint Gallen, Switzerland
Average snowfall days in January
Saint Gallen, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Saint Gallen, Switzerland
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Saint Gallen, Switzerland
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January - Saint Gallen, Switzerland
Average sunshine days in January
Saint Gallen, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.6 days).

Average UV index in January - Saint Gallen, Switzerland
Average UV index in January
Saint Gallen, Switzerland
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January - Saint Gallen, Switzerland
Average cloud cover in January
Saint Gallen, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in January: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January - Saint Gallen, Switzerland
Average visibility in January
Saint Gallen, Switzerland
  • Average visibility in January: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, October and November (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, September and December (8km).

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