Auvergne Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Auvergne, France in January.

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Gannay-sur-Loire Clermont-Ferrand Vichy Le Mont-Dore

Planning a journey to Auvergne, France this January and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Auvergne in January

Auvergne, France is a region in France. January in Auvergne generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. The month of January is in the winter season.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 5°C (41°F) in Le Bouchet-Saint-Nicolas to 9°C (48°F) in Bagnac. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 1°C (34°F) in Bagnac and -2°C (28°F) in Le Bouchet-Saint-Nicolas. On average, January is the coldest month of the year in Auvergne, France. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

For specific regional insights in Auvergne, France, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Saint-Didier-sur-Doulon with an average of 65 mm (2.6 in) to high snow/rainfall in Salers with 126 mm (5 in).

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Gannay-sur-Loire receives around 77 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

Explore Auvergne by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Auvergne — and find the best time to visit. (based on Gannay-sur-Loire)

January8°C (46°F) February10°C (50°F) March14°C (57°F) April17°C (63°F) May21°C (70°F) This monthJune25°C (77°F) July28°C (82°F) August28°C (82°F) September23°C (73°F) October18°C (64°F) November12°C (54°F) December9°C (48°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Auvergne in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Auvergne.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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).

Popular Destinations in Auvergne

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Auvergne, France?

Temperature range in Auvergne (January)

Precipitation variation in Auvergne (January)

Gannay-sur-Loire

In January Gannay-sur-Loire generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
57 hours
77 hours
96 hours
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Gannay-sur-Loire →

Clermont-Ferrand

In January Clermont-Ferrand generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
0°C (32°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
57 hours
77 hours
96 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Clermont-Ferrand →

Vichy

In January Vichy generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
57 hours
77 hours
96 hours
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Vichy →

Le Mont-Dore

In January Le Mont-Dore generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Le Mont-Dore →

Le Puy en Velay

In January Le Puy en Velay generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
74 hours
83 hours
111 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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In our records: France January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in France in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in France was -14°C (7°F) in Colmar on January 12, 1987.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Auvergne in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Gannay-sur-Loire 8°C (46°F) 1°C (34°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Clermont-Ferrand 7°C (45°F) 0°C (32°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Vichy 8°C (46°F) 1°C (34°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Le Mont-Dore 6°C (43°F) -1°C (30°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Le Puy en Velay 6°C (43°F) -1°C (30°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
La Bourboule 6°C (43°F) -1°C (30°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)

Auvergne weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Auvergne, France in January?

January in Auvergne, France brings poor weather. In Gannay-sur-Loire, daytime temperatures are typically around 8°C (46°F) and nighttime lows hover near 1°C (34°F).

What is the average temperature in Auvergne, France in January?

Daytime temperatures in Gannay-sur-Loire peak at roughly 8°C (46°F) in January, dropping to about 1°C (34°F) overnight.

Does Auvergne, France get a lot of rain in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Auvergne, France during January, with Gannay-sur-Loire averaging close to 82 mm (3.2 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Auvergne, France?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Auvergne, France due to the typically poor weather in Gannay-sur-Loire.

Generally speaking, May, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Gannay-sur-Loire. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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