January Rainfall and Precipitation in France
Monthly rainfall totals, rainy days and the driest cities across France in January.
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
France precipitation in January: frequently asked questions
How much rainfall does France receive in January?
Paris stays mostly dry in January, with average rainfall close to 61 mm (2.4 in).
How many days does it rain in France in January?
On average, Paris has about 17 days days of rain in January.
Is January part of the rainy season in France?
Not really. January is outside the wettest stretch of the year in France.
What is the wettest city in January in France?
Based on our records, Servoz receives the most snowfall in France in January, averaging about 163 mm (6.4 in).
What is the driest city in January in France?
Based on our database, Esparron-de-Verdon sees the least rainfall in France in January, with around 52 mm (2 in) on average.
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