Brest weather in January (Brittany, France)
What should you pack for a trip to Brest in January? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.
Temperatures
The month of January in Brest typically includes low temperatures and high rainfall. Experience the winter season in January. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 11°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 6°C. With the most moderate temperatures of the year, January offers a break from extremes.
Precipitation
Brest in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 114 mm for the month. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 22 days days of rain.Average sunshine
This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 64 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Brest. July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Brest climate page with graphs.
Brest, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
6°C
Max Temperature
11°C
Water Temperature
10°C
Chance of Rain
73%
Precipitation
114 mm
Rainy days
22 days
Humidity
86%
Windspeed
18 km/h
Sunshine
64 hours
Percentage Sunshine
25%
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.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. With a water temperature of around 10°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Interested in more climate information?
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