Villard-de-Lans weather in January (Rhône-Alps, France)

Curious about the climate in Villard-de-Lans this January? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

The month of January in Villard-de-Lans typically brings low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. Enjoy the winter season during this month. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 5°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around -3°C. Since it's the coldest month of the year, you'll want to bundle up with extra layers and winter clothing.

Precipitation

Villard-de-Lans in January usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 113 mm for the month. Expect around 14 days of snow/rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 96 hours hours of sunshine, suitable for those who prefer less sun.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Villard-de-Lans. August generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Villard-de-Lans, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -3°C  

Max Temperature 5°C  

Chance of Rain 46%  

Precipitation 113 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 83% *  

Sunshine 96 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Grenoble, France (18 KM, 11 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.

Weather conditions Weather

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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

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

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