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Crans-Montana, Switzerland · Alpine mountain climate

Crans-Montana in January: go or not?

Tough period. Crans-Montana in January only reaches 0.8/10.

📅 Updated August 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 46.31°N · 7.48°E
⚡ This month's verdict
Avoid
Crans-Montana · January
0.8
-8–-1°
Temperature
43%
Rain
4h
Sun
❄️ Alpine climate☀️ High-altitude UV🌦️ Changeable weather
Photo : Marc Siegrist via Unsplash
The month in detail

What to expect in January

Off-season for skiing Crans-Montana — lifts are closed. Consider hiking, mountain biking or summer activities at altitude.

January ranks 11 out of 12 months in Crans-Montana. Compared to December: −2°F daytime.

This month's conditions

What it's like in January

UV index
2 · low
no protection needed
Feels like
dry air
-10°
Daylight
8.8h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 24
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Is January the right month?

The best month in Crans-Montana is August (7.7/10), 6.9 pts higher than January.

See August →See all 12 months →
Context

Our verdict

Crans-Montana, premium Swiss ski and golf resort in Valais : 5000 permanent inhabitants at 4,900 ft on a sunny plateau, founded in 1893 (one of the oldest Alpine resorts), accessible by funicular from Sierre in the valley.

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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.

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Practical info

What you need to know before you go

Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a mountain stay.

Country · Switzerland

🗣️LanguageGerman
💶CurrencySwiss Franc (Fr)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘVery expensive · 5/5

🌡️ Climate

🌍Climate typeAlpine mountain climate
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthAugust · 70°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 30°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘMay · 57%

🏔️ Mountain stay

⛰️Village altitude4921 ft
🎿Ski area4921 → 9843 ft
⛷️Ski seasonDec → May
🥾Hiking seasonJun → Sep
🧗High mountains ⓘGuide recommended
🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days
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Location

Where is Crans-Montana ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

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🔍 Geographic context
Switzerland
Alpine mountain climate climate with a 7.7 → 0.8 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
46.31°N · 7.48°E
Questions

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Crans-Montana?
It depends on the activity. For skiing: March (ski score 8.4/10). For hiking/suiner: March (8.4/10, 4.0°F).
Can you ski in Crans-Montana in winter?
Yes, it's peak ski season. Average ski score December–February: 7.7/10. Cold temperatures (-1°F max in January) and frequent snowfall.
Is it warm in Crans-Montana in suiner?
In March, temperatures average 4.0°F. Ideal for hiking and outdoor activities.
What is the wettest month in Crans-Montana?
November is the wettest month with November has the lowest climate score of the year.
Do you need sun protection in Crans-Montana in January?
The average UV index reaches 2 in January in Crans-Montana (low), with about 8.8h of daylight. No protection needed.