Arc 2000 weather in January (Rhône-Alps, France)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Arc 2000 this January? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

In January, Arc 2000 tends to experience very low temperatures and high snowfall. Enjoy the winter season during this month. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to -4°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately -12°C. This month is known for being the coldest, so make sure you pack appropriately with plenty of warm clothing.

Precipitation

Arc 2000 in January usually receives high snowfall, averaging around 134 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about 15 days will experience snowfall.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 70 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Arc 2000. June, July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Arc 2000 climate page with graphs.

 

Arc 2000, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -12°C  

Max Temperature -4°C  

Chance of Rain 50%  

Precipitation 134 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Sunshine 70 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France (39 KM, 24 Miles).

Where to go in France in January

Find out more about the weather in France and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Visitors traveling to Arc 2000 should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

1/10

Cycling

1/10

Walking

1/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

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