January weather forecast
Locarno, Switzerland

January

Weather in January

January in Locarno, Switzerland is characterised by confirmed winter ambiance. Often donned in a white blanket of snow, the city experiences cold temperatures reaching a high of 0.9°C (33.6°F) and a low of -5.9°C (21.4°F). Residents get used to the snowfall which nicely complements the wintry landscape. In contrast to the cold air, the relative warmth and brightness from the sun make days quite bearable. The beginning of the year can be intense with both snow and cold but can also offer gorgeous clear skies, highlighting Locarno's stunning European architecture.

Temperature

Locarno reaches its lowest average temperatures in January, measuring 0.9°C (33.6°F) at the peak and -5.9°C (21.4°F) at the lowest.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Locarno is January, when the rain falls for 8.9 days and typically collects 45mm (1.77") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Locarno. In Locarno, in January, during 14.8 snowfall days, 265mm (10.43") of snow is typically accumulated. In Locarno, during the entire year, snow falls for 63.5 days and aggregates up to 1500mm (59.06") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:07 and sunset at 16:49. On the last day of January, in Locarno, sunrise is at 07:49 and sunset at 17:27 CET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Locarno is 6.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Locarno are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Locarno?
Locarno's coldest weather arrives in January, when temperatures average a high of 0.9°C (33.6°F) and a low of -5.9°C (21.4°F).
How cold is January in Locarno?
Locarno in January has an average high-temperature of 0.9°C (33.6°F) and an average low-temperature of -5.9°C (21.4°F).
What is the average humidity in January in Locarno?
In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.
What is the driest month in Locarno?
The month with the least rainfall in Locarno, Switzerland, is January, when the rain falls for 8.9 days and typically collects 45mm (1.77") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in January in Locarno?
In January, the rain falls for 8.9 days. Throughout January, 45mm (1.77") of precipitation is accumulated.
How many days does it snow in January in Locarno?
In Locarno, in January, snow falls for 14.8 days, with typically accumulated 265mm (10.43") of snow.
What is the average length of the day in January in Locarno?
In Locarno, the average day length in January is 9h and 7min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Locarno?
On the first day of January in Locarno, sunrise is at 08:07 and sunset at 16:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:49 and sunset at 17:27 CET.
How many hours of sunshine does Locarno have in January?
The average sunshine duration in January in Locarno, Switzerland, is 6.4h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Locarno?
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
What is the UV index intensity in January in Locarno?
In Locarno, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average visibility
Average temperature in January - Locarno, Switzerland
Average temperature in January
Locarno, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in January: 0.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (21.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (0.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -5.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (10.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-5.9°C).

Average pressure in January - Locarno, Switzerland
Average pressure in January
Locarno, Switzerland
  • Average pressure in January: 1018.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.1mbar).

Average wind speed in January - Locarno, Switzerland
Average wind speed in January
Locarno, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in January: 7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (5.8km/h).

Average humidity in January - Locarno, Switzerland
Average humidity in January
Locarno, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (76%).

Average rainfall in January - Locarno, Switzerland
Average rainfall in January
Locarno, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in January: 45mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (164mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (45mm).

Average rainfall days in January - Locarno, Switzerland
Average rainfall days in January
Locarno, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (25.5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in January - Locarno, Switzerland
Average snowfall in January
Locarno, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in January: 265mm

The month with the highest snowfall is November (334mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January - Locarno, Switzerland
Average snowfall days in January
Locarno, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Locarno, Switzerland
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Locarno, 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: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January - Locarno, Switzerland
Average sunshine days in January
Locarno, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (3.1 days).

Average UV index in January - Locarno, Switzerland
Average UV index in January
Locarno, 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, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January - Locarno, Switzerland
Average cloud cover in January
Locarno, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in January: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

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

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

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