Chamrousse weather in January (Rhône-Alps, France)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Chamrousse during January? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

In January, Chamrousse usually has low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. January is known for being in the winter season. Anticipate daytime highs near 3°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around -6°C. It's generally the coldest month of the year, making it essential to pack warm layers and winter accessories.

Precipitation

Chamrousse in January usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 127 mm for the month. This month experiences about 14 days of snow/rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 96 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Chamrousse. June, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, 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 Chamrousse climate page with graphs.

 

Chamrousse, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -6°C  

Max Temperature 3°C  

Chance of Rain 46%  

Precipitation 127 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 83% *  

Sunshine 96 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Grenoble, France (14 KM, 8 Miles).

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.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

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

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

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