Rouen weather in January (Upper Normandy, France)

What should you pack for a trip to Rouen in January? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

Typically, January in Rouen includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. January is part of the winter season. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 8°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 2°C. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter clothes.

Precipitation

Rouen in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 67 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 17 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 58 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Rouen. June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Rouen climate page with graphs.

 

Rouen, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 2°C  

Max Temperature 8°C  

Chance of Rain 57%  

Precipitation 67 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 90%  

Sunshine 58 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in France in January

Find out more about the weather in France and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Rouen.

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