Geneva Weather in January
Switzerland · 30-year monthly averages
🤔 Fair time to visit
January in Geneva is cold, with average daytime highs around 5°C (41°F) and nighttime lows near -1°C (30°F). Expect roughly 73mm of precipitation spread over about 10 rainy days, with a moderate amount of rain.
Avg high
5°C
41°F
Avg low
-1°C
30°F
Rainfall
73mm
moderate
Rainy days
10
days with ≥1mm
☀️ About 61 hours of sunshine over the month (~2h/day).
🎒 What to pack
- warm coat
- sweaters and layers
- scarf
January vs the rest of the year
FAQ
- How hot is Geneva in January?
- January in Geneva is cold, with average daytime highs around 5°C (41°F) and nighttime lows near -1°C (30°F). Expect roughly 73mm of precipitation spread over about 10 rainy days, with a moderate amount of rain.
- Does it rain a lot in Geneva in January?
- Geneva sees around 73mm of precipitation in January on average — moderate by global standards.
- Is January a good time to visit Geneva?
- January is a workable month to visit Geneva, but expect some weather trade-offs.