Picardy weather in January
Thinking about venturing to Picardy this January and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in Picardy in January?
Picardy is a region in France. January in Picardy generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. January falls during the winter season.
The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 7°C in Fourmies to 9°C in Fort-Mahon-Plage. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 4°C in Fort-Mahon-Plage and 1°C in Fourmies. 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.
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Sourdon with an average of 60 mm to moderate rainfall in Quend-Plage with 89 mm. Most areas see fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 71 hours of sunshine in Amiens. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer dimmer, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.
For a closer look at January's conditions in Picardy, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Picardy's yearly weather, check out our Picardy climate page.
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Popular destinations in Picardy
What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Picardy?
Average weather in Amiens
In January Amiens generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Saint-Valery-sur-Somme
In January Saint-Valery-sur-Somme generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Quend
In January Quend generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Le Crotoy
In January Le Crotoy generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Beauvais
In January Beauvais generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Picardy, in France.
Is January the best time to visit Picardy?
In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Picardy due to the typically poor weather in Amiens.
On average, the best time to visit Picardy is in June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Amiens. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be poor.
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