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Mer Weather in January

During January, Mer experiences low daytime temperatures of 9°C (48°F) and cooler nights around 2°C (36°F). As part of the winter season, expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 62 mm (2.4 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Mer in January

Typically, about 17 days will experience rainfall, with an average of 62 mm (2.4 in) for the month. Expect plenty of grey, overcast days rather than intense storms. The rain rarely amounts to much on any given day.

Temperature in Mer in January

January in Mer brings low temperatures, with highs of 9°C (48°F) and nights around 2°C (36°F). January is a notable month of the winter season. Cold conditions persist throughout the day, so warm clothing is important from the moment you head outside. With lows around 2°C (36°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep. Expect the coldest temperatures of the year this month. Make sure you have enough winter clothing to stay warm.

Sunshine in Mer in January

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 59 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

January in Mer 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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Mer Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 2°C (36°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 9°C (48°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 56%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 62 mm (2.4 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 88% *  
SunshineSunshine 59 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 22% *  
* Data from: Orléans, France (35 KM, 22 Miles).

Best Places in France in January

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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 (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 Mer in January

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Mer 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 Mer 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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