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Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France in January.

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Planning a getaway to Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, 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 Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur in January

Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France 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. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very cold in Le Monêtier-les-Bains at -4°C (25°F) to mild in Port-Cros at 14°C (57°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 8°C (46°F) in Port-Cros and -12°C (10°F) in Le Monêtier-les-Bains. On average, January is the coldest month of the year in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

To explore the conditions in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Esparron-de-Verdon with an average of 52 mm (2 in) to high rainfall in La Grave with 120 mm (4.7 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Cannes as an example - it receives around 150 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

Explore Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur — and find the best time to visit. (based on Cannes)

January12°C (54°F) February13°C (55°F) March15°C (59°F) April17°C (63°F) May21°C (70°F) June24°C (75°F) This monthJuly27°C (81°F) August27°C (81°F) September24°C (75°F) October20°C (68°F) November16°C (61°F) December13°C (55°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur.

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 Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France?

Temperature range in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur (January)

Precipitation variation in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur (January)

Cannes

In January Cannes 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
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
137 hours
150 hours
159 hours
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Cannes →

Nice

In January Nice generally has low 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)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
137 hours
150 hours
159 hours
Monthly rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Nice →

Marseille

In January Marseille 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)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
136 hours
145 hours
175 hours
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Marseille →

Sainte-Maxime

In January Sainte-Maxime generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
146 hours
150 hours
149 hours
Monthly rainfall
80 mm (3.1 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Sainte-Maxime →

Avignon

In January Avignon generally has low 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
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
135 hours
145 hours
177 hours
Monthly rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Avignon →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, 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 Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cannes 12°C (54°F) 6°C (43°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Marseille 12°C (54°F) 3°C (37°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Nice 12°C (54°F) 5°C (41°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Sainte-Maxime 13°C (55°F) 7°C (45°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Avignon 12°C (54°F) 3°C (37°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Aix en Provence 12°C (54°F) 2°C (36°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)

Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France in January?

Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France typically experiences unpleasant weather in January, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Cannes average around 12°C (54°F), and temperatures drop to about 6°C (43°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France in January?

Cannes averages a daytime maximum of 12°C (54°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 6°C (43°F).

Does Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France get a lot of rain in January?

Not particularly. Cannes averages just 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France 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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