Colmar weather in January (Alsace, France)

Is Colmar a good destination in January, weather-wise? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

In January, Colmar usually has low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January marks the winter season. The temperature during the day can rise to approximately 6°C. At night, it falls to around -1°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year, making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

Precipitation

Colmar in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 80 mm for the month. On average, there are about 16 days with snow/rain during this month.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 77 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 Colmar. June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Colmar climate page with graphs.

 

Colmar, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -1°C  

Max Temperature 6°C  

Chance of Rain 53%  

Precipitation 80 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 83% *  

Sunshine 77 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Mulhouse, France (36 KM, 22 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

Interested in more climate information?

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