What is the weather like in Zurich in January?

Expect temperatures between -1°C and 5°C with 31% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Zurich in January?

Zurich in January scores 63/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Good option with minor considerations.

Who should visit Zurich in January?

January in Zurich is ideal for: Cultural tourists, Business travelers.

Zurich Weather in January | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

5°C

Hottest around day 1

Avg Low

-1°C

Coolest around day 21

Rainy Days

28days

31% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Winter season

Essential Travel Info for Zurich

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Currency

CHF

Fr. Swiss franc

Language

French

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Driving

Right side

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Safety

Very High Safety

GPI: 1.357

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Well Connected

76/ 100

Traffic Index

Popular destination

Peak Daily Arrivals

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Peak

Aug

Low

Sep

Monthly Traffic Distribution

261

Jan

303

Feb

310

Mar

381

Apr

406

May

362

Jun

535

Jul

542

Aug

178

Sep

525

Oct

414

Nov

479

Dec

Traffic Level

Low Season

Key Connections

London Heathrow (LHR)

Frankfurt-am-Main (FRA)

Berlin Brandenburg (BER)

Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)

Vienna Schwechat (VIE)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

7 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis A

Consider hepatitis A vaccination for most travelers. It is recommended for travelers who will be doing higher risk activities, such as visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas where a traveler might get infected through food or water. It is recommended for travelers who plan on eating street food.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Switzerland. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Switzerland.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in Switzerland.If rabies exposures occur while in Switzerland, rabies vaccines are typically not readily available.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

Tick-borne Encephalitis

For travelers moving or traveling toTBE-endemic areasTBE vaccineis recommended for persons who will haveextensiveexposure to ticks based on their planned outdoor activities and itinerary.TBE vaccine may be considered for persons who might engage in outdoor activities in areas ticks are likely to be found.

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Is January a Good Time to Visit Zurich?

👌Good option with minor considerations(63/100)

Short Answer

Zurich's January averages 5°C - cold but manageable with proper attire. Lower tourism (48% of peak) means better prices and fewer queues.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Cold weather expected

4.8°C average highs

Very high humidity

83% average humidity

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Hantavirus, Tuberculosis (TB)

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

48% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Rich cultural heritage

4 UNESCO World Heritage sites nearby

Good For

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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

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Elderly travelers
83% humidity creates difficult conditions
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Honeymoon couples
Wedding score only 35/100 - better months available

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Zurich in January averages 5°C with 31% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Zurich in January

What are the temperatures in Zurich in January?

Daytime highs average 5°C, nights drop to -1°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Zurich in January?

Expect around 28 days with measurable rainfall. An umbrella is advisable.

What to wear in Zurich in January?

Warm winter clothing: insulated jacket, boots, gloves.

Is January peak season in Zurich?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Zurich Weather in January

Zurich January Weather Calendar