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Fontainebleau Weather in January

January in Fontainebleau brings low temperatures, with highs of 8°C (46°F) and nights dropping to 2°C (36°F). Rainfall is on the higher side this month, averaging around 61 mm (2.4 in), so keep a rain jacket handy.

Rainfall in Fontainebleau in January

Typically around 17 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 61 mm (2.4 in) for the month. Rain is frequent but mostly light this month, with brief showers more common than heavy downpours.

Temperature in Fontainebleau in January

Fontainebleau in January gets highs of 8°C (46°F) during the day and drops to 2°C (36°F) at night. January marks the winter season. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. With overnight lows of 2°C (36°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Ensure you're prepared by packing appropriate winter gear.

Sunshine in Fontainebleau in January

The city usually sees around 63 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

January in Fontainebleau can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

Fontainebleau Temperature in January

Min Temperature
2°C (36°F)
Max Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Chance of Rain
57%
Precipitation
61 mm (2.4 in)
Rainy days
17 days
Humidity
83% *
Sunshine
63 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
22% *
* Data from: Paris, France (65 KM, 40 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Fontainebleau in January

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Fontainebleau in January. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. Sunglasses aren't essential this month, though you might want them for the occasional bright moment.

What To Do in Fontainebleau in January

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

  • Swimming
    4/10
  • Cycling
    4/10
  • Walking
    4/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    4/10

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