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Picardy Weather in January

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

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Amiens Saint-Valery-sur-Somme Quend Beauvais

Planning a getaway to Picardy, 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 Picardy in January

Picardy, France is a region in France. January in Picardy generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. January falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 7°C (45°F) in Fourmies to 9°C (48°F) in Fort-Mahon-Plage. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 4°C (39°F) in Fort-Mahon-Plage and 1°C (34°F) 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.

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

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Sourdon with an average of 60 mm (2.4 in) to moderate rainfall in Quend-Plage with 89 mm (3.5 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is quite limited in many locations during January. Amiens receives roughly 71 hours of sunlight. For destinations with more sunshine, our weather planner offers alternatives worldwide.

Explore Picardy by month

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

January8°C (46°F) February9°C (48°F) March12°C (54°F) April15°C (59°F) May19°C (66°F) June21°C (70°F) This monthJuly24°C (75°F) August24°C (75°F) September21°C (70°F) October16°C (61°F) November11°C (52°F) December8°C (46°F)
Best Time to Visit Picardy →

Best Places to Visit in Picardy in January

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

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 Picardy

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

Temperature range in Picardy (January)

Precipitation variation in Picardy (January)

Amiens

In January Amiens 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
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
55 hours
71 hours
80 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Amiens →

Saint-Valery-sur-Somme

In January Saint-Valery-sur-Somme generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°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
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
55 hours
71 hours
80 hours
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Saint-Valery-sur-Somme →

Quend

In January Quend generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°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)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
55 hours
71 hours
80 hours
Monthly rainfall
105 mm (4.1 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Quend →

Beauvais

In January Beauvais 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
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
58 hours
63 hours
88 hours
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Beauvais →

Le Crotoy

In January Le Crotoy generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°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
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
55 hours
71 hours
80 hours
Monthly rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Le Crotoy →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Amiens 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Saint-Valery-sur-Somme 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Quend 9°C (48°F) 4°C (39°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Beauvais 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Le Crotoy 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Mers-les-Bains 9°C (48°F) 4°C (39°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)

Picardy weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

Picardy, France typically experiences poor weather in January, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Amiens average around 8°C (46°F), and temperatures drop to about 2°C (36°F) at night.

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

Average temperatures in Picardy, France during January range from a nighttime low near 2°C (36°F) to a daytime high around 8°C (46°F) in Amiens.

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

Not particularly. Amiens averages just 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for Picardy, France.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Picardy, France?

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

On average, the best time to visit Picardy, France 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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