Mid-winter · Weather & things to do
Andermatt in January
This is the coldest month in Andermatt: highs average 24°F (-4°C) and lows 9°F (-13°C), with about 2.9 in (74 mm) of rain or snow.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 41/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 24°F (-4°C)
- Avg low
- 9°F (-13°C)
- Rain or snow
- 2.9 in (74 mm)
- Humidity
- 90%
- Cloud cover
- 74%
- Daylight
- ~8 h 46 min
- Comfort score
- 41/100 · Tough
What January feels like
Highs only reach about 24°F (-4°C), so plan short stints outside between indoor stops.
Average lows of 9°F (-13°C) mean frosty nights and icy mornings.
About 2.9 in (74 mm) of rain or snow falls in the month, and with temperatures averaging below freezing, much of it may come as snow.
Only about 8 h 46 min of daylight means early sunsets.
Plan around January
January sits mid-table; the best months are July & August.
- Comfort holds steady from December (40 → 41/100).
- January sits inside the Dec – Mar window our Zermatt, Andermatt & St. Moritz route recommends.
What to pack for January
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 9°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Waterproof outer layerabout 2.9 in of rain or snow
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Andermatt in January
With highs near 24°F, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Andermatt station
Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn station where the Glacier Express stops between Zermatt and the Oberalp climb.
Teufelsbrücke
The Devil's Bridge spans the Reuss in the Schöllenen Gorge, a short way below Andermatt on the old Gotthard route.
Gemsstock
Cable cars climb from the village to 2,961 m, serving steep north-facing runs and a viewing platform over the Alps.
Nätschen
Sunny ski area and railway halt on the Oberalp line above Andermatt, part of the linked SkiArena Andermatt-Sedrun.
Nearby in January
- Lucerne in January~33 mi · highs 40°F, 3.7 in rain or snow · 9°C (16°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Interlaken in January~34 mi · highs 40°F, 3.2 in rain or snow · 9°C (16°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Zurich in January~53 mi · highs 38°F, 3.7 in rain or snow · 8°C (14°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Zermatt in January~57 mi · highs 29°F, 2.5 in rain or snow · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Andermatt in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Andermatt?
It's middling, scoring 41/100. The best months are July & August, at up to 71. Expect highs of 24°F (-4°C) and 2.9 in (74 mm) of rain or snow. January is inside the Dec – Mar window our Zermatt, Andermatt & St. Moritz route recommends.
How cold is Andermatt in January?
Average highs are 24°F (-4°C) and average lows 9°F (-13°C), making it the coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Andermatt in January?
Some: about 2.9 in (74 mm) of rain or snow falls across January on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. With temperatures this low, much of it may fall as snow. The annual total is about 57.6 in (1464 mm).
What should I pack for Andermatt in January?
Bring hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 9°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days), waterproof outer layer (about 2.9 in of rain or snow) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in January
- Zermatt, Andermatt & St. Moritz Dec – Mar
Planning Andermatt in January?
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