Besançon Weather in January

Thinking of visiting Besançon in January? Expect low temperatures reaching 7°C (45°F) during the day, dropping to 1°C (34°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.

Rainfall in Besançon in January

Historically, approximately 18 days this month are expected to have rain, averaging 112 mm (4.4 in). This is a wet month with frequent and often heavy showers. Both the number of rain days and the total rainfall are high.

Temperature in Besançon in January

January in Besançon brings low temperatures, with highs of 7°C (45°F) and nights around 1°C (34°F). This month falls in the winter season. The days stay cool from start to finish. Layering up well will make outdoor time much more comfortable. With overnight lows of 1°C (34°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets. This is usually the coldest month of the year, so be sure to prepare with plenty of winter gear.

Sunshine in Besançon in January

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 63 hours of sunshine.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Besançon. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Besançon Temperature in January

Min Temperature 1°C (34°F)  

Max Temperature 7°C (45°F)  

Chance of Rain 59%  

Precipitation 112 mm (4.4 in)  

Rainy days 18 days  

Sunshine 63 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 23%  

What to Wear in Besançon in January

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Besançon in January. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Besançon in January

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

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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Check the conditions for any month of the year.

• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
• June
• July
• August

• September
• October
• November
• December

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit France, check out our Besançon's climate page.

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