Saint-Étienne Weather in January

Saint-Étienne in January sees low temperatures, with highs around 7°C (45°F) and overnight lows of -1°C (30°F). Snow/rainfall is fairly high at around 69 mm (2.7 in) on average, so pack waterproofs just in case.

Rainfall in Saint-Étienne in January

Past climate data indicates that roughly 15 days will see snow/rain, totalling around 69 mm (2.7 in) for the month. Rain is frequent but mostly light this month, with brief showers more common than heavy downpours.

Temperature in Saint-Étienne in January

Daytime temperatures in Saint-Étienne reach 7°C (45°F) in January, dropping to -1°C (30°F) at night. January is part of winter. Expect a cold feel throughout the day, not just in the mornings and evenings. Warm layers are essential. Nights drop below freezing to -1°C (30°F). An extra blanket is worth packing if you're unsure about the heating where you're staying. It is the coldest month of the year, so be sure to pack proper winter clothing for the conditions.Pack accordingly with warm clothes.

Sunshine in Saint-Étienne in January

The city usually sees around 83 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

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

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Saint-Étienne Temperature in January

Min Temperature -1°C (30°F)  

Max Temperature 7°C (45°F)  

Chance of Rain 51%  

Precipitation 69 mm (2.7 in)  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 81%  

Sunshine 83 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

What to Wear in Saint-Étienne in January

Cold weather calls for smart layering in January. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Saint-Étienne 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

1/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
• June
• July
• August

• September
• October
• November
• December

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit France, check out our Saint-Étienne's climate page.

More climate data for Saint-Étienne

Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity

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