Lorraine Weather in January

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

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Metz Gérardmer Nancy Xonrupt-Longemer

Planning a getaway to Lorraine, 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 Lorraine in January

Lorraine, France is a region in France. January in Lorraine 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 4°C (39°F) in Basse-sur-le-Rupt to 7°C (45°F) in Revigny-sur-Ornain. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 1°C (34°F) in Revigny-sur-Ornain and -2°C (28°F) in Basse-sur-le-Rupt. In general, this month stands out as the coldest period throughout the year. Given the lower temperatures, it's essential to be well-prepared. Packing the right winter clothing and necessary accessories can make a significant difference in ensuring your comfort and well-being during this chilly season.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Lorraine, France, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Jouy-aux-Arches with an average of 74 mm (2.9 in) to high rainfall in Vagney with 143 mm (5.6 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more restricted in many locations in January. Metz sees roughly 55 hours of sunlight. Our weather planner can help you find destinations with more sunshine if needed.

Explore Lorraine by month

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

January6°C (43°F) February7°C (45°F) March12°C (54°F) April16°C (61°F) May20°C (68°F) This monthJune23°C (73°F) July26°C (79°F) August26°C (79°F) September21°C (70°F) October16°C (61°F) November10°C (50°F) December7°C (45°F)
Best Time to Visit Lorraine →

Best Places to Visit in Lorraine in January

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

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 Lorraine

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

Temperature range in Lorraine (January)

Precipitation variation in Lorraine (January)

Metz

In January Metz 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
46 hours
55 hours
81 hours
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Metz →

Gérardmer

In January Gérardmer generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
58 hours
77 hours
97 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
142 mm (5.6 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Gérardmer →

Nancy

In January Nancy 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 sun hours
46 hours
55 hours
81 hours
Monthly rainfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Nancy →

Xonrupt-Longemer

In January Xonrupt-Longemer generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
58 hours
77 hours
97 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
136 mm (5.4 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Xonrupt-Longemer →

Plombières-les-Bains

In January Plombières-les-Bains generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
0°C (32°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
58 hours
77 hours
97 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
155 mm (6.1 in)
134 mm (5.3 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Plombières-les-Bains →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Metz 6°C (43°F) 0°C (32°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Gérardmer 5°C (41°F) -2°C (28°F) 122 mm (4.8 in)
Nancy 6°C (43°F) 0°C (32°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Xonrupt-Longemer 5°C (41°F) -1°C (30°F) 117 mm (4.6 in)
Plombières-les-Bains 5°C (41°F) 0°C (32°F) 134 mm (5.3 in)
Épinal 6°C (43°F) 0°C (32°F) 111 mm (4.4 in)

Lorraine weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

Expect poor weather across Lorraine, France in January. The popular destination of Metz averages 6°C (43°F) by day and 0°C (32°F) at night during this winter month.

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

Average temperatures in Lorraine, France during January range from a nighttime low near 0°C (32°F) to a daytime high around 6°C (43°F) in Metz.

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

January is on the drier side in Lorraine, France. Metz averages only about 74 mm (2.9 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Lorraine, France?

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

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

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