Mont-de-Lans weather in January (Rhône-Alps, France)

Is January a good time to explore Mont-de-Lans weather-wise? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

Typically, January in Mont-de-Lans includes very low temperatures and high snowfall. The winter season takes place during January. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately -1°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around -9°C. Expect the coldest temperatures of the year this month. Make sure you have enough winter clothing to stay warm.

Precipitation

Mont-de-Lans in January usually receives high snowfall, averaging around 124 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 15 days of snow.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 96 hours hours of sunshine. 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 Mont-de-Lans. July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Mont-de-Lans, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -9°C  

Max Temperature -1°C  

Chance of Rain 49%  

Precipitation 124 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 83% *  

Sunshine 96 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Grenoble, France (35 KM, 22 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 Mont-de-Lans 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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