Lens Weather in January

January in Lens brings low temperatures around 8°C (46°F) during the day, dropping to 2°C (36°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 62 mm (2.4 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Lens in January

The climate data from previous years indicates about 19 days of rain, averaging 62 mm (2.4 in) for the month. Rain falls on many days this month, but usually in relatively small amounts. A light waterproof is more useful than a heavy umbrella.

Temperature in Lens in January

Expect highs of 8°C (46°F) in Lens in January, with nights dropping to around 2°C (36°F). Winter occurs in January. It stays cool throughout the day, so warm layers are a good idea from morning to evening. 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. It's often the coldest month of the year, a perfect time to cozy up indoors. Make sure to bring along suitable winter clothing.

Sunshine in Lens in January

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 66 hours of sunshine.

January in Lens has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Lens Temperature in January

Min Temperature 2°C (36°F)  

Max Temperature 8°C (46°F)  

Chance of Rain 64%  

Precipitation 62 mm (2.4 in)  

Rainy days 19 days  

Humidity 88% *  

Sunshine 66 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Lille, France (28 KM, 17 Miles).

What to Wear in Lens in January

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Lens in January. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Lens 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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• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
• June
• July
• August

• September
• October
• November
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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit France, check out our Lens's climate page.

More climate data for Lens

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