Var Weather in January

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

Thinking about venturing to the Var, France this January and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in the Var in January

The Var, France is a region in France. January in the Var generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with moderate precipitation. January is a winter month.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is cold in Draguignan at 11°C (52°F) to mild in Hyères at 13°C (55°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in Hyères and 3°C (37°F) in Draguignan. 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.

For specific regional insights in the Var, France, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Draguignan with an average of 63 mm (2.5 in) to moderate rainfall in Fréjus with 67 mm (2.6 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Fréjus gets around 156 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore the Var by month

Best Places to Visit in the Var in January

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

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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 the Var

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

Temperature range in the Var (January)

Precipitation variation in the Var (January)

Fréjus

In January Fréjus 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
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
119 hours
156 hours
167 hours
Monthly rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Hyères

In January Hyères generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°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
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
135 hours
156 hours
173 hours
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Toulon

In January Toulon 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
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
135 hours
156 hours
173 hours
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions

La Seyne-sur-Mer

In January La Seyne-sur-Mer 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
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
135 hours
156 hours
173 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Draguignan

In January Draguignan generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°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
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
119 hours
156 hours
167 hours
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Fréjus 12°C (54°F) 6°C (43°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Hyères 13°C (55°F) 6°C (43°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Toulon 13°C (55°F) 7°C (45°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
La Seyne-sur-Mer 13°C (55°F) 7°C (45°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Draguignan 11°C (52°F) 3°C (37°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)

The Var weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

January in the Var, France brings unpleasant weather. In Fréjus, daytime temperatures are typically around 12°C (54°F) and nighttime lows hover near 6°C (43°F).

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

Average temperatures in the Var, France during January range from a nighttime low near 6°C (43°F) to a daytime high around 12°C (54°F) in Fréjus.

Does the Var, France get a lot of rain in January?

Not particularly. Fréjus averages just 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for the Var, France.

Is January a Good Time to Visit the Var, France?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Fréjus, January may not be the ideal time to visit the Var, France.

Generally speaking, May, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Fréjus. On the other hand, the months of January, February, November and December tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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