January · Austria
Best time to visit Sölden in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Sölden in January
Average temperature -8°C, 42 mm of rain, about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 90% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
9.1/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- -8°C
- Rainfall
- 42 mm
- Humidity
- 90%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 0
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
January in Sölden scores 9.1/10 for snow and ski travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around -8°C, 42 mm of rain, and roughly 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Sölden brings glacier skiing, James Bond film sets, and a loud Ötztal après culture at high altitude. Best window: the core winter snow season, with shoulder weeks for quieter slopes.
January is one of the strongest months in Sölden (4th)
January averages -8°C (18°F) — deep-winter cold that dictates the whole trip: short outdoor stints, indoor plans on standby, and no expectation of long walking days.
Precipitation is light at 42 mm (mostly snow at altitude), with almost no days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 8.7 hours of daylight.
A 9.1/10 puts this among the year's best months in Sölden (4th of 12); only March scores higher, at 9.5/10.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip, goggles and a helmet if you are not renting.
Plan for peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Sölden in January?
- In January, Sölden averages -8°C, 42 mm of rain, and about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.1/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Sölden?
- January earns a 9.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Sölden in January?
- Expect about 42 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 90% and there are about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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