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January in Cannes brings moderate temperatures around 12°C (54°F) during the day, dropping to 6°C (43°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 68 mm (2.7 in) for the month.
January in Cannes has its charm. However, if you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations in the world.
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51-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Cannes typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 12°C (54°F). Nights are cold, with lows around 4°C (39°F).
51-year average (1976-2026)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Cannes spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
According to our 49 years of weather records for Cannes, the following extremes were recorded between 1976 and 2025.
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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).
Pack for changing conditions in Cannes in January. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. The water temperature sits at about 13°C (55°F), which is too chilly for most people to enjoy swimming. Leave the swimsuit at home unless you love cold water. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed Water Temp
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