Rouen Weather in January

Rouen in January sees low temperatures, with highs around 8°C (46°F) and overnight lows of 2°C (36°F). Rainfall is fairly high at around 67 mm (2.6 in) on average, so pack waterproofs just in case.

Rainfall in Rouen in January

Rain is expected on roughly 17 days, totalling around 67 mm (2.6 in) for the month. Expect plenty of grey, overcast days rather than intense storms. The rain rarely amounts to much on any given day.

Temperature in Rouen in January

Expect highs of 8°C (46°F) in Rouen in January, with nights dropping to around 2°C (36°F). January is typically considered a winter month. It stays cool throughout the day, so warm layers are a good idea from morning to evening. Nights drop to 2°C (36°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet. This month tends to bring the coldest weather of the year, so be sure to pack enough warm clothing to stay comfortable.

Sunshine in Rouen in January

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 58 hours of sunshine.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Rouen. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Rouen Temperature in January

Min Temperature 2°C (36°F)  

Max Temperature 8°C (46°F)  

Chance of Rain 57%  

Precipitation 67 mm (2.6 in)  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 90%  

Sunshine 58 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

What to Wear in Rouen in January

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Rouen in January. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Rouen in January

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

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• January
• February
• March
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• May
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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit France, check out our Rouen's climate page.

More climate data for Rouen

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