January weather forecast
Lucerne, Switzerland

The city of Lucerne, Switzerland, with the river between and the distant scenic mountains
The city of Lucerne, Switzerland, with the river between and the distant scenic mountains

January

Weather in January

Shifts in the weather in Lucerne are explicit in January as winter clings to the city. Snowfall is substantial during this month, with 160mm (6.3") of snow received over around 3.8 days. These winter floes can make travel to the Alpine city challenging, thereby urging visitors to be well-prepared. January exhibits the year's shortest daylight time, plunging the city into extended hours of darkness. Despite the cold, this Swiss city has its unique charm during these snowy winter days, with skiing being the major attraction.

Temperature

January, on average, is the coldest month in Lucerne, registering a high temperature of 3.4°C (38.1°F) and a low of -2.3°C (27.9°F).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Lucerne is 83%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 9.3 days and accumulates 51mm (2.01") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Lucerne, in January, snow falls for 3.8 days, with typically accumulated 160mm (6.3") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 21.1 snowfall days, and 660mm (25.98") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Lucerne, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 1min.
On the first day of January in Lucerne, sunrise is at 08:12 and sunset at 16:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:53 and sunset at 17:26 CET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Lucerne, Switzerland, is 1.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in January transforms into this advice:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Lucerne?
Temperature readings reach their annual highs in January, averaging 3.4°C (38.1°F) and a minimum average of -2.3°C (27.9°F).
Is January cold in Lucerne?
In Lucerne, 3.4°C (38.1°F) is the average high-temperature and -2.3°C (27.9°F) is the average low-temperature during January.
What is the average humidity in January in Lucerne?
In January, the average relative humidity is 83%.
What is the driest month in Lucerne?
January is the month with the least rainfall in Lucerne, Switzerland. Rain falls for 9.3 days and accumulates 51mm (2.01") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in Lucerne in January?
In Lucerne, in January, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 51mm (2.01") of accumulated precipitation.
How many days does it snow in January in Lucerne?
In Lucerne, in January, snow falls for 3.8 days, with typically accumulated 160mm (6.3") of snow.
What is the average length of the day in January in Lucerne?
In Lucerne, Switzerland, the average day length in January is 9h and 1min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Lucerne?
In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:12 and sunset at 16:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:53 and sunset at 17:26 CET.
How many hours of sunshine does Lucerne have in January?
In January, the average sunshine duration in Lucerne is 1.5h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Lucerne?
The months with the lowest UV index in Lucerne, Switzerland, are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.
What is the UV index intensity in January in Lucerne?
In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Lucerne, Switzerland, is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index
Average temperature in January - Lucerne, Switzerland
Average temperature in January
Lucerne, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in January: 3.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (24.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (3.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -2.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (14.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-2.3°C).

Average humidity in January - Lucerne, Switzerland
Average humidity in January
Lucerne, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

Average rainfall in January - Lucerne, Switzerland
Average rainfall in January
Lucerne, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in January: 51mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (154mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (51mm).

Average rainfall days in January - Lucerne, Switzerland
Average rainfall days in January
Lucerne, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in January - Lucerne, Switzerland
Average snowfall in January
Lucerne, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in January: 160mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (202mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January - Lucerne, Switzerland
Average snowfall days in January
Lucerne, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Lucerne, Switzerland
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Lucerne, 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: 1h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 12min).

Average UV index in January - Lucerne, Switzerland
Average UV index in January
Lucerne, Switzerland
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

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