Modane weather in January (Rhône-Alps, France)

Interested in knowing the climate of Modane in January? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

The month of January in Modane typically brings very low temperatures and high snowfall. Winter occurs in January. Expect temperatures to climb to -4°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to -12°C. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter clothes.

Precipitation

Modane in January usually receives high snowfall, averaging around 106 mm for the month. Snow is expected on roughly 15 days.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 76 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Modane. July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Modane climate page with graphs.

 

Modane, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -12°C  

Max Temperature -4°C  

Chance of Rain 50%  

Precipitation 106 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Sunshine 76 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Chambéry, France (71 KM, 44 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?

Visitors traveling to Modane 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.

Swimming

1/10

Cycling

1/10

Walking

1/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

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