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Brittany Weather in January

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

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Saint Malo Carnac Rennes Brest

Planning a getaway to Brittany, France this January and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Brittany in January

Brittany, France is a region in France. January in Brittany generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 9°C (48°F) in Cléry-Saint-André to 12°C (54°F) in Plogoff. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C (48°F) in Plogoff and 2°C (36°F) in Cléry-Saint-André. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

To explore the conditions in Brittany, France in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Cléry-Saint-André with an average of 63 mm (2.5 in) to high rainfall in Crozon with 152 mm (6 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine tends to be more scarce in many locations. Saint Malo gets roughly 68 hours of sunlight. For sunnier alternatives, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore Brittany by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Brittany — and find the best time to visit. (based on Saint Malo)

January10°C (50°F) February11°C (52°F) March12°C (54°F) April14°C (57°F) May17°C (63°F) June19°C (66°F) This monthJuly21°C (70°F) August22°C (72°F) September20°C (68°F) October17°C (63°F) November14°C (57°F) December11°C (52°F)
Best Time to Visit Brittany →

Best Places to Visit in Brittany in January

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

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 Brittany

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

Temperature range in Brittany (January)

Precipitation variation in Brittany (January)

Saint Malo

In January Saint Malo generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
66 hours
68 hours
86 hours
Monthly rainfall
107 mm (4.2 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Saint Malo →

Carnac

In January Carnac generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly rainfall
103 mm (4.1 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Carnac →

Rennes

In January Rennes generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
68 hours
71 hours
88 hours
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Rennes →

Brest

In January Brest generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
63 hours
64 hours
88 hours
Monthly rainfall
121 mm (4.8 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
22 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Brest →

Dinan

In January Dinan generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
66 hours
68 hours
86 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
16 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Dinan →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Brittany, in France.

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 Brittany in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Saint Malo 10°C (50°F) 5°C (41°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Carnac 11°C (52°F) 6°C (43°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Rennes 10°C (50°F) 3°C (37°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Brest 11°C (52°F) 6°C (43°F) 114 mm (4.5 in)
Dinan 10°C (50°F) 4°C (39°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Perros-Guirec 11°C (52°F) 7°C (45°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)

Brittany weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

Brittany, France typically experiences poor weather in January, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Saint Malo average around 10°C (50°F), and temperatures drop to about 5°C (41°F) at night.

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

In Saint Malo, the average daytime high in January is 10°C (50°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 5°C (41°F).

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

Not particularly. Saint Malo averages just 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for Brittany, France.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Brittany, France?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Brittany, France due to the typically poor weather in Saint Malo.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Saint Malo. The weather in January and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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