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Carpentras Weather in January

January in Carpentras brings low temperatures, with daytime highs of 11°C (52°F) and nights around 2°C (36°F). Expect around 60 mm (2.4 in) of rainfall during the month.

Rainfall in Carpentras in January

Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 11 days with rain, averaging 60 mm (2.4 in) for the month. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Carpentras in January

January in Carpentras sees highs of 11°C (52°F) and lows of 2°C (36°F) overnight. The month of January belongs to the winter season. Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. Nights drop to 2°C (36°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet. The temperatures in January are typically the coolest of the year.

Sunshine in Carpentras in January

The area enjoys a balanced 145 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

January in Carpentras has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

Carpentras Temperature in January

Min Temperature
2°C (36°F)
Max Temperature
11°C (52°F)
Chance of Rain
36%
Precipitation
60 mm (2.4 in)
Rainy days
11 days
Sunshine
145 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Avignon, France (22 KM, 14 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 Carpentras in January

The weather can be unpredictable in January, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Carpentras in January

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

  • Swimming
    5/10
  • Cycling
    6/10
  • Walking
    6/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    6/10

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