Chamonix-Mont-Blanc weather in January (Rhône-Alps, France)
Can you expect sunny skies in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc in January? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.
Temperatures
The typical weather for January in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc includes very low temperatures and high snowfall. Enjoy the winter season during this month. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around -3°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate -12°C. Expect the coldest temperatures of the year this month. Make sure you have enough winter clothing to stay warm.
Precipitation
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc in January usually receives high snowfall, averaging around 151 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 17 days of snow.Average sunshine
The city usually sees around 70 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Chamonix-Mont-Blanc. July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, May, October, November 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 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc climate page with graphs.
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
-12°C
Max Temperature
-3°C
Chance of Rain
55%
Precipitation
151 mm
Rainy days
17 days
Sunshine
70 hours
Percentage Sunshine
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
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tolerable
unpleasant
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So, what should you wear in this month?
Visitors traveling to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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