Chalon-sur-Saône Weather in January

January in Chalon-sur-Saône brings low temperatures around 8°C (46°F) during the day, dropping to 1°C (34°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 84 mm (3.3 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Chalon-sur-Saône in January

Rain is expected on roughly 17 days, totalling around 84 mm (3.3 in) for the month. With rain spread across many days but low totals, showers are typically short and light rather than heavy.

Temperature in Chalon-sur-Saône in January

January in Chalon-sur-Saône sees highs of 8°C (46°F) and lows of 1°C (34°F) overnight. The month of January belongs to the winter season. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. 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. The coldest month of the year calls for plenty of warm layers. Be sure to pack your winter gear.

Sunshine in Chalon-sur-Saône in January

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 62 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

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

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Chalon-sur-Saône Temperature in January

Min Temperature 1°C (34°F)  

Max Temperature 8°C (46°F)  

Chance of Rain 57%  

Precipitation 84 mm (3.3 in)  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 87% *  

Sunshine 62 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 21% *  

* Data from: Dijon, France (55 KM, 34 Miles).

What to Wear in Chalon-sur-Saône in January

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Chalon-sur-Saône 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 Chalon-sur-Saône 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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• 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 Chalon-sur-Saône's climate page.

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