Cordon weather in January (Rhône-Alps, France)

Is January a good time to explore Cordon weather-wise? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

In January, the weather in Cordon generally includes very low temperatures and high snowfall. During January, you’ll experience the winter season. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at -0°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to -10°C. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter clothes.

Precipitation

Cordon in January usually receives high snowfall, averaging around 152 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 15 days of snow.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 70 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Cordon. July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Cordon, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -10°C  

Max Temperature -0°C  

Chance of Rain 49%  

Precipitation 152 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Sunshine 70 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France (19 KM, 12 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?

Visitors traveling to Cordon 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.

Swimming

1/10

Cycling

1/10

Walking

1/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Cordon.

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