Royan weather in January (Poitou-Charentes, France)

Planning a trip to Royan in January? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Royan generally has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. January is a winter month. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 11°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 5°C. On average, January has the most moderate temperatures of the year.

Royan in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 77 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 17 days of rain are anticipated.

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 85 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Royan. May, June, July, August, September and October 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 Royan climate page with graphs.

 

Royan, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 5°C  

Max Temperature 11°C  

Chance of Rain 58%  

Precipitation 77 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 86% *  

Sunshine 85 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: La Rochelle, France (59 KM, 36 Miles).

Where to go in France in January

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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 Royan in January?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

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