January weather forecast
Sion, Switzerland

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Weather in January

Beginning the year, the weather in Sion, Switzerland is typically cold, with January seeing temperatures from -11°C (12.2°F) to -2.5°C (27.5°F) on average. The city experiences numerous days with snow, aligning with the overall Swiss winter atmosphere. Expect reduced sunshine hours compared to subsequent months and reduced visibility due to snowy and foggy conditions. The wind speed remains mild to moderate throughout the month. Layers are highly recommended to brave the outdoor chill.

Temperature

January stands out as Sion's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of -2.5°C (27.5°F) and a low-temperature of -11°C (12.2°F).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 88%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 14.8 days. Throughout January, 99mm (3.9") of precipitation is accumulated. In Sion, during the entire year, the rain falls for 233.7 days and collects up to 1378mm (54.25") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Sion, Switzerland, in January, during 9.5 snowfall days, 159mm (6.26") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 40.9 snowfall days, and 716mm (28.19") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Sion is 9h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:13 and sunset at 16:54. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 07:55 and sunset at 17:32 CET.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

UV index

January and November, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 3, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Sion?

January stands out as Sion's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of -2.5°C (27.5°F) and a low-temperature of -11°C (12.2°F).

How cold is it in Sion in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Sion, is -2.5°C (27.5°F), while the low-temperature averages to -11°C (12.2°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Sion?

The average relative humidity in January in Sion is 88%.

How many days does it rain in January in Sion?

In Sion, during January, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 99mm (3.9") of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Sion in January?

In Sion, Switzerland, in January, during 9.5 snowfall days, 159mm (6.26") of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Sion have in January?

In Sion, Switzerland, the average day length in January is 9h and 6min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Sion?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:13 and sunset at 16:54. On the last day of the month, in Sion, Switzerland, sunrise is at 07:55 and sunset at 17:32 CET.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Sion?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Sion, Switzerland, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Sion have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Sion is 4.7h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Sion?

In Sion, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Sion, Switzerland

Average temperature in January - Sion, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in January: -2.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (16.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-2.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -11°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (6.4°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (-11°C).

Average pressure in January
Sion, Switzerland

Average pressure in January - Sion, Switzerland
  • Average pressure in January: 1019.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.2mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Sion, Switzerland

Average wind speed in January - Sion, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in January: 8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (8.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2km/h).

Average humidity in January
Sion, Switzerland

Average humidity in January - Sion, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in January: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (79%).

Average rainfall in January
Sion, Switzerland

Average rainfall in January - Sion, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in January: 99mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (177mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (76mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Sion, Switzerland

Average rainfall days in January - Sion, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in January: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (25.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (13.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Sion, Switzerland

Average snowfall in January - Sion, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in January: 159mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (167mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Sion, Switzerland

Average snowfall days in January - Sion, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Sion, Switzerland

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

The month with the most sunshine days is October (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (2.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Sion, Switzerland

Average UV index in January - Sion, 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).

Average cloud cover in January
Sion, Switzerland

Average cloud cover in January - Sion, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in January: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in January
Sion, Switzerland

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

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

Sion, Switzerland

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