Champagne - Ardenne Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Champagne - Ardenne, France in January.

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Épernay Charleville-Mézières Bourbonne-les-Bains Saint-Dizier

Planning a trip to Champagne - Ardenne, France this January? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Champagne - Ardenne in January

Champagne - Ardenne, France is a region in France. January in Champagne - Ardenne generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. January falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 7°C (45°F) and nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) in Épernay. 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 learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Champagne - Ardenne, France, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Nogent-sur-Seine with an average of 66 mm (2.6 in) to high rainfall in Joinville with 103 mm (4.1 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine hours are generally lower in most areas during January. Épernay experiences about 57 hours of sunlight. If you're looking for brighter destinations, our weather planner can suggest better options.

Explore Champagne - Ardenne by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Champagne - Ardenne — and find the best time to visit. (based on Épernay)

January7°C (45°F) February8°C (46°F) March13°C (55°F) April16°C (61°F) May20°C (68°F) June23°C (73°F) This monthJuly26°C (79°F) August26°C (79°F) September22°C (72°F) October16°C (61°F) November11°C (52°F) December8°C (46°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Champagne - Ardenne in January

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

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 Champagne - Ardenne

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

Temperature range in Champagne - Ardenne (January)

Precipitation variation in Champagne - Ardenne (January)

Épernay

In January Épernay generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°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
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
46 hours
57 hours
85 hours
Monthly rainfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Épernay →

Charleville-Mézières

In January Charleville-Mézières generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly 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
1°C (34°F)
0°C (32°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
37 hours
46 hours
73 hours
Monthly rainfall
114 mm (4.5 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Charleville-Mézières →

Bourbonne-les-Bains

In January Bourbonne-les-Bains generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly 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)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
0°C (32°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly rainfall
105 mm (4.1 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Bourbonne-les-Bains →

Saint-Dizier

In January Saint-Dizier generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°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
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
55 hours
69 hours
90 hours
Monthly rainfall
113 mm (4.4 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Saint-Dizier →

Haybes

In January Haybes generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly 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
1°C (34°F)
0°C (32°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
37 hours
46 hours
73 hours
Monthly rainfall
104 mm (4.1 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
19 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Haybes →

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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 Champagne - Ardenne in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Épernay 7°C (45°F) 1°C (34°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Charleville-Mézières 6°C (43°F) 0°C (32°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Bourbonne-les-Bains 6°C (43°F) 0°C (32°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Saint-Dizier 7°C (45°F) 1°C (34°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Haybes 6°C (43°F) 0°C (32°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Vitry-le-François 7°C (45°F) 1°C (34°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)

Champagne - Ardenne weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Champagne - Ardenne, France in January?

Expect poor weather across Champagne - Ardenne, France in January. The popular destination of Épernay averages 7°C (45°F) by day and 1°C (34°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Champagne - Ardenne, France in January?

Average temperatures in Champagne - Ardenne, France during January range from a nighttime low near 1°C (34°F) to a daytime high around 7°C (45°F) in Épernay.

Does Champagne - Ardenne, France get a lot of rain in January?

January is on the drier side in Champagne - Ardenne, France. Épernay averages only about 67 mm (2.6 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Champagne - Ardenne, France?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Épernay, January may not be the ideal time to visit Champagne - Ardenne, France.

On average, the best time to visit Champagne - Ardenne, France is in May, June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Épernay. On the other hand, the months of January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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