Weather in January in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
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What is the weather like in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur in January?
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur is a region in France. The weather in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur in January can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from very cold to mild and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. In January, it is winter.
Temperatures
The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very cold in Le Monêtier-les-Bains at -4°C to mild in Port-Cros at 14°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 8°C in Port-Cros and -12°C in Le Monêtier-les-Bains. On average, January is the coldest month of the year in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.
Precipitation
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Esparron-de-Verdon with an average of 52 mm to high rainfall in La Grave with 120 mm.Average sunshine
The city Cannes usually sees around 150 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.For specific regional insights in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur for January, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur climate page.
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What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur?
Cannes
In January Cannes generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Nice
In January Nice generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Marseille
In January Marseille generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Sainte-Maxime
In January Sainte-Maxime generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Avignon
In January Avignon generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is January the best time to visit Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur?
In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur due to the typically unpleasant weather in Cannes.
Generally speaking, May, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Cannes. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, November and December tend to be unpleasant.
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