Interlaken · WinterMonth summary
Interlaken weather in January
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
1°C – 7°C
🌧 Rainy days
54% of days
☀️ Sunshine
7.2h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Winter
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
2.8/10
📅 📅 Best month
August (7.7/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Interlaken in January?
⚠️ Fair
✅ Yes if: you enjoy winter atmosphere and the lowest prices of the year.
❌ No if: you're looking for sunshine or outdoor activities.
Our take: Interlaken in January: 54% rain, 7.2h of sunshine. Better to wait for August.
By trip type
Interlaken in January by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ❌ Not recommended
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in January
Winter in Interlaken is cool (7°C during the day). Days are short (7.2h of sunshine) but the city reveals a different side. With 54% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score | Ski score 🎿 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌦️ January | 1°C | 7°C | 54% | 5.0 | 7.2h | 2.8/10 | 6.5/10 |
| 🌦️ February | 2°C | 9°C | 45% | 3.8 | 8.3h | 4.1/10 | 6.2/10 |
| 🌦️ March | 3°C | 11°C | 47% | 3.9 | 10.1h | 4.5/10 | 5.8/10 |
| 🌦️ April | 6°C | 15°C | 50% | 4.8 | 11.9h | 6.1/10 | 4.7/10 |
| 🌧️ May | 9°C | 17°C | 66% | 6.8 | 11.7h | 5.8/10 | 4.1/10 |
| 🌦️ June | 14°C | 23°C | 56% | 5.6 | 13.1h | 7.4/10 | 3.8/10 |
| 🌦️ July | 16°C | 24°C | 60% | 5.9 | 13.6h | 7.4/10 | 3.6/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 16°C | 25°C | 49% | 5.7 | 12.7h | 7.7/10 | 3.8/10 |
| 🌦️ September | 14°C | 21°C | 50% | 4.9 | 10.8h | 7.2/10 | 3.9/10 |
| 🌦️ October | 10°C | 17°C | 42% | 4.6 | 9.3h | 7.0/10 | 4.2/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 5°C | 11°C | 47% | 4.6 | 7.0h | 4.1/10 | 5.2/10 |
| 🌦️ December | 2°C | 8°C | 46% | 4.6 | 6.9h | 3.8/10 | 6.2/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In January, Interlaken averages 7°C, 54% rainy days and 7.2h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 2.8/10.
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Comparison
January vs August (best month)
The best month is August (score 7.7/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +18°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -5%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +5.5h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Interlaken in January
Is January a good time to visit Interlaken?
Yes, January is an excellent time for skiing (score 6.5/10). With 7°C max and 54% precipitation, snow conditions are good.
Can you ski in Interlaken in January?
Yes, January is excellent for skiing (score 6.5/10). With 7°C max and 54% precipitation, snow conditions are good.
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