Les Houches weather in January (Rhône-Alps, France)
Planning a trip to Les Houches in January? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.
In January, Les Houches generally has very low temperatures and high snowfall. January falls within the winter season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around -3°C, while night temperatures can drop to -12°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Ensure you're prepared by packing appropriate winter gear.
Les Houches in January usually receives high snowfall, averaging around 157 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 16 days of snow.
The city usually sees around 70 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Les Houches. July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Les Houches climate page with graphs.
Les Houches, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
-12°C
Max Temperature
-3°C
Chance of Rain
53%
Precipitation
157 mm
Rainy days
16 days
Sunshine
70 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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Where to go in France in January
Find out more about the weather in France in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in Les Houches in January?
Visitors traveling to Les Houches 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 in January.
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