Savoie weather in January
Are you planning a trip to Savoie in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Savoie in January?
Savoie is a region in France. January in Savoie generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with high precipitation. During January, winter is in full swing.
During the day the temperature is very cold in Albertville at 2°C and cold in Aix-les-Bains at 6°C. As night falls, temperatures generally drop to -2°C in Aix-les-Bains and -8°C in Albertville. 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.
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From high snow/rainfall in Aix-les-Bains with an average of 129 mm to high snow/rainfall in Albertville with 144 mm. Most cities witness limited sunny days, expect roughly 76 hours of sunlight in Chambéry. This low amount of sunlight is perfect for those who lean towards dimmer, cloudier weather rather than intense sunny days.
For specific regional insights in Savoie for January, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Savoie climate page.
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What is the weather like in January for the 3 most popular destinations in Savoie?
Chambéry
In January Chambéry generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Aix-les-Bains
In January Aix-les-Bains generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Albertville
In January Albertville generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is January the best time to visit Savoie?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Chambéry, January may not be the ideal time to visit Savoie.
On average, the best time to visit Savoie is in May, June, July, August and September with generally pleasant weather in Chambéry. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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