Verdict: Tough month
Lauterbrunnen Weather in January
January is properly cold in Lauterbrunnen, with highs of only 6°C (43°F). Expect showers on roughly 14 days of the month — rarely trip-ruining, worth planning around. If your dates are flexible, most travelers will have a better time in Lauterbrunnen outside January.
Average high
6°C / 43°F
Average low
0°C / 32°F
Rain days
~14
Precipitation
119 mm
What to pack for Lauterbrunnen in January
- A proper warm jacket, and a hat for mornings
- Rain gear is non-negotiable — expect rain on roughly 14 days
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
January against the rest of the year
Warmest in Lauterbrunnen: Jul (23°C / 73°F) · Coolest: Jan (6°C / 43°F) · Wettest: May (~23 rain days)
6°
0°
Jan
9°
1°
Feb
10°
2°
Mar
13°
4°
Apr
16°
8°
May
21°
13°
Jun
23°
15°
Jul
23°
15°
Aug
19°
12°
Sep
17°
9°
Oct
11°
4°
Nov
7°
1°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)