Occitanie Weather in January

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

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Toulouse Montpellier Carcassonne Vendres-Plage

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

What to Expect in Occitanie in January

Occitanie, France is a region in France. January in Occitanie generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with moderate precipitation. January falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from cold in Albi at 10°C (50°F) to mild in Nîmes at 12°C (54°F). At night it cools down to 3°C (37°F) in Nîmes and 2°C (36°F) in Albi. 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.

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

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Toulouse with an average of 67 mm (2.6 in) to moderate rainfall in Albi with 84 mm (3.3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine tends to be more scarce in many locations. Toulouse gets roughly 92 hours of sunlight. For sunnier alternatives, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore Occitanie by month

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Best Places to Visit in Occitanie in January

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

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 Occitanie

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

Temperature range in Occitanie (January)

Precipitation variation in Occitanie (January)

Toulouse

In January Toulouse generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°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)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
86 hours
92 hours
115 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Toulouse →

Montpellier

In January Montpellier generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
138 hours
144 hours
168 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Montpellier →

Carcassonne

In January Carcassonne 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
11°C (52°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
93 hours
96 hours
120 hours
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Carcassonne →

Vendres-Plage

In January Vendres-Plage generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°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
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
138 hours
144 hours
168 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
77 mm (3 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Vendres-Plage →

Nîmes

In January Nîmes generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
137 hours
145 hours
169 hours
Monthly rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Nîmes →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Toulouse 11°C (52°F) 3°C (37°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Montpellier 12°C (54°F) 5°C (41°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Carcassonne 10°C (50°F) 3°C (37°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Vendres-Plage 12°C (54°F) 6°C (43°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Nîmes 12°C (54°F) 3°C (37°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Albi 10°C (50°F) 2°C (36°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)

Occitanie weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

Expect unpleasant weather across Occitanie, France in January. The popular destination of Toulouse averages 11°C (52°F) by day and 3°C (37°F) at night during this winter month.

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

Toulouse averages a daytime maximum of 11°C (52°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 3°C (37°F).

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

January is on the drier side in Occitanie, France. Toulouse averages only about 67 mm (2.6 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Occitanie, France?

In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Occitanie, France with often unpleasant weather in Toulouse.

On average, the best time to visit Occitanie, France is in May, June, July, August, September and October with generally perfect weather in Toulouse. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be unpleasant.

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