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Vallorcine weather in January (Rhône-Alps, France)

Is January a good time to explore Vallorcine weather-wise? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

In January, Vallorcine typically experiences very low temperatures and high snowfall. The month of January belongs to the winter season. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching -3°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to -12°C. Being the coldest month of the year, it’s a good idea to bring your heaviest winter gear.

Precipitation

Vallorcine in January usually receives high snowfall, averaging around 145 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 16 days of snow are anticipated.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 70 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Vallorcine. July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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Vallorcine, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -12°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -3°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 54%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 145 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
SunshineSunshine 70 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France (13 KM, 8 Miles).

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.

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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?

Visitors traveling to Vallorcine should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

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

Swimming
1/10
Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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