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Bessenay Weather in January

In Bessenay, January brings low daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), with nights cooling to 0°C (32°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.

Rainfall in Bessenay in January

Historically, the month has about 16 days of rain, averaging 68 mm (2.7 in) in total. Expect plenty of grey, overcast days rather than intense storms. The rain rarely amounts to much on any given day.

Temperature in Bessenay in January

Temperatures in Bessenay in January top out at 8°C (46°F) and drop to 0°C (32°F) overnight. January marks the winter season. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. Nights drop to 0°C (32°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet. This month tends to bring the coldest weather of the year, so be sure to pack enough warm clothing to stay comfortable.

Sunshine in Bessenay in January

The city usually sees around 72 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

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

Bessenay Temperature in January

Min Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Max Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Chance of Rain
54%
Precipitation
68 mm (2.7 in)
Rainy days
16 days
Humidity
84% *
Sunshine
72 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
23% *
* Data from: Lyon, France (21 KM, 13 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Bessenay in January

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Bessenay 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. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Bessenay 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
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    4/10

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