January weather forecast
Thun, Switzerland

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Weather in January

The weather in Thun, Switzerland begins the year with a cold note. Relative humidity is at a high 87%, with an average snowfall of 191mm (7.52") over 11.8 days. This makes for a against the beautiful backdrop of mountains. Travel should be planned with care as the temperatures can range from a low of -6.5°C (20.3°F) up to a high of 0.8°C (33.4°F). January, often referred to as a haven for winter sports enthusiasts, offers a myriad of other snowy outdoor activities.

Temperature

In Thun, January is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 0.8°C (33.4°F) and a low of -6.5°C (20.3°F).

Humidity

In Thun, Switzerland, the average relative humidity in January is 87%.

Rainfall

In Thun, in January, during 13.8 rainfall days, 76mm (2.99") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Thun, there are 197 rainfall days, and 1016mm (40") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Thun, in January, snow falls for 11.8 days, with typically accumulated 191mm (7.52") of snow. Throughout the year, in Thun, there are 44.2 snowfall days, and 902mm (35.51") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Thun, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:14 and sunset at 16:51. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 07:55 and sunset at 17:30 CET.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Thun are January, February and December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Thun. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. 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 warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Thun?

Thun's January weather, marked by an average high temperature of 0.8°C (33.4°F) and an average low temperature of -6.5°C (20.3°F), is the coldest in the year.

How cold is it in Thun in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Thun, records 0.8°C (33.4°F), while the low-temperature is -6.5°C (20.3°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Thun?

The average relative humidity in January is 87%.

How much does it rain in Thun in January?

In Thun, Switzerland, in January, during 13.8 rainfall days, 76mm (2.99") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Thun?

In Thun, in January, snow falls for 11.8 days, with typically accumulated 191mm (7.52") of snow.

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

In Thun, Switzerland, the average day length in January is 9h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Thun?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:14 and sunset at 16:51. On the last day of the month, in Thun, Switzerland, sunrise is at 07:55 and sunset at 17:30 CET.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Thun?

The months with the least sunshine in Thun, Switzerland, are January, February and December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Thun?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

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

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Thun.

What is the UV index reading in January in Thun?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Thun, Switzerland, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Thun, Switzerland

Average temperature in January - Thun, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in January: 0.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (20.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (0.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -6.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (9.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-7°C).

Average pressure in January
Thun, Switzerland

Average pressure in January - Thun, Switzerland
  • Average pressure in January: 1019.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.4mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Thun, Switzerland

Average wind speed in January - Thun, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.9km/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 (6km/h).

Average humidity in January
Thun, Switzerland

Average humidity in January - Thun, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in January: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (79%).

Average rainfall in January
Thun, Switzerland

Average rainfall in January - Thun, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in January: 76mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (117mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (53mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Thun, Switzerland

Average rainfall days in January - Thun, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in January: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Thun, Switzerland

Average snowfall in January - Thun, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in January: 191mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (208mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Thun, Switzerland

Average snowfall days in January - Thun, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Thun, 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 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Thun, Switzerland

Average sunshine days in January - Thun, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Thun, Switzerland

Average UV index in January - Thun, Switzerland
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Thun, Switzerland

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and October (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in January
Thun, Switzerland

Average visibility in January - Thun, Switzerland
  • Average visibility in January: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (8km).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (7km).

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