Merlimont weather in January (Nord-Pas-de-Calais, France)

How does the weather in Merlimont usually fare in January? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

Typically, January in Merlimont includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. The winter season is characteristic of January. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 9°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 4°C. This is usually the coldest month of the year, so be sure to prepare with plenty of winter gear.

Precipitation

Merlimont in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 91 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 18 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 71 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Merlimont. June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, 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 Merlimont climate page with graphs.

 

Merlimont, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 4°C  

Max Temperature 9°C  

Chance of Rain 59%  

Precipitation 91 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 88% *  

Sunshine 71 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Abbeville, France (41 KM, 25 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

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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?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

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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