Courchevel weather in January (Rhône-Alps, France)

Is January a good time to explore Courchevel weather-wise? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

In January, Courchevel typically experiences very low temperatures and high snowfall. The month of January belongs to the winter season. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near -3°C, cooling down at night to around -12°C. Prepare for the coldest month of the year by packing warm and cozy winter cloths.

Precipitation

Courchevel in January usually receives high snowfall, averaging around 130 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 15 days of snow are anticipated.

Average sunshine

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 76 hours hours of sunshine, suitable for those who prefer less sun.

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

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

 

Courchevel, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -12°C  

Max Temperature -3°C  

Chance of Rain 49%  

Precipitation 130 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Sunshine 76 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Chambéry, France (58 KM, 36 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

Temperatures

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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 Courchevel 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 Courchevel.

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