Limousin Weather in January

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

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Saint-Junien Saint-Léonard-de-Noblat Rochechouart La Souterraine

Are you planning a trip a to the Limousin, France in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in the Limousin in January

The Limousin, France is a region in France. January in the Limousin 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 6°C (43°F) in Bort-les-Orgues to 10°C (50°F) in Lissac-sur-Couze. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 2°C (36°F) in Lissac-sur-Couze and -1°C (30°F) in Bort-les-Orgues. 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 the Limousin, France in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Boussac with an average of 71 mm (2.8 in) to high rainfall in Marcillac-la-Croisille with 120 mm (4.7 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is quite limited in many locations during January. Saint-Junien receives roughly 87 hours of sunlight. For destinations with more sunshine, our weather planner offers alternatives worldwide.

Explore the Limousin by month

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Best Places to Visit in the Limousin in January

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

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 the Limousin

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

Temperature range in the Limousin (January)

Precipitation variation in the Limousin (January)

Saint-Junien

In January Saint-Junien generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°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)
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
77 hours
87 hours
105 hours
Monthly rainfall
101 mm (4 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Saint-Junien →

Saint-Léonard-de-Noblat

In January Saint-Léonard-de-Noblat generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and high 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)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
77 hours
87 hours
105 hours
Monthly rainfall
107 mm (4.2 in)
101 mm (4 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Saint-Léonard-de-Noblat →

Rochechouart

In January Rochechouart generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°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)
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
77 hours
87 hours
105 hours
Monthly rainfall
103 mm (4.1 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Rochechouart →

La Souterraine

In January La Souterraine generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°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
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
77 hours
87 hours
105 hours
Monthly rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in La Souterraine →

Bessines-sur-Gartempe

In January Bessines-sur-Gartempe generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°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
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
77 hours
87 hours
105 hours
Monthly rainfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Bessines-sur-Gartempe →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Saint-Junien 9°C (48°F) 2°C (36°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Saint-Léonard-de-Noblat 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Rochechouart 9°C (48°F) 2°C (36°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
La Souterraine 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Bessines-sur-Gartempe 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Guéret 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)

The Limousin weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

the Limousin, France typically experiences poor weather in January, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Saint-Junien average around 9°C (48°F), and temperatures drop to about 2°C (36°F) at night.

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

In Saint-Junien, the average daytime high in January is 9°C (48°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 2°C (36°F).

Does the Limousin, France get a lot of rain in January?

January is on the drier side in the Limousin, France. Saint-Junien averages only about 94 mm (3.7 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit the Limousin, France?

In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to the Limousin, France with often poor weather in Saint-Junien.

Generally speaking, May, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Saint-Junien. The weather in January, February, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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