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Upper Normandy Weather in January

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

Are you planning a trip a to Upper Normandy, France in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Upper Normandy in January

Upper Normandy, France is a region in France. January in Upper Normandy generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. January is a winter month.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 9°C (48°F) and nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) in Étretat.

For a closer look at conditions across Upper Normandy, France, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Breux-sur-Avre with an average of 57 mm (2.2 in) to high rainfall in Étretat with 104 mm (4.1 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more limited in many areas during this month. Étretat receives about 64 hours of sunlight. For sunnier weather, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore Upper Normandy by month

Best Places to Visit in Upper Normandy in January

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

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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 Upper Normandy

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

Temperature range in Upper Normandy (January)

Precipitation variation in Upper Normandy (January)

Étretat

In January Étretat generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
59 hours
64 hours
91 hours
Monthly rainfall
143 mm (5.6 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Dieppe

In January Dieppe 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
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
51 hours
58 hours
75 hours
Monthly rainfall
104 mm (4.1 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Fécamp

In January Fécamp generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
59 hours
64 hours
91 hours
Monthly rainfall
136 mm (5.4 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Évreux

In January Évreux 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
Max temperature
9°C (48°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
51 hours
58 hours
75 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Giverny

In January Giverny 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
Max temperature
9°C (48°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
51 hours
58 hours
75 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
14 days
Weather conditions

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Étretat 9°C (48°F) 5°C (41°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Dieppe 9°C (48°F) 4°C (39°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Fécamp 9°C (48°F) 5°C (41°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Évreux 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Giverny 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Le Tréport 9°C (48°F) 4°C (39°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)

Upper Normandy weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Upper Normandy, France in January?

Expect poor weather across Upper Normandy, France in January. The popular destination of Étretat averages 9°C (48°F) by day and 5°C (41°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Upper Normandy, France in January?

In Étretat, the average daytime high in January is 9°C (48°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 5°C (41°F).

Does Upper Normandy, France get a lot of rain in January?

Yes, January tends to be a wetter month in Upper Normandy, France. Average rainfall in Étretat sits around 104 mm (4.1 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Upper Normandy, France?

In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Upper Normandy, France with often poor weather in Étretat.

On average, the best time to visit Upper Normandy, France is in July and August with generally perfect weather in Étretat. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, November and December tend to be poor.

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