Villefranche-sur-Mer weather in January (Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France)

Looking to travel to Villefranche-sur-Mer in January? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

Temperatures

In January, Villefranche-sur-Mer typically experiences low temperatures and moderate rainfall. January falls within the winter season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 12°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. This month often claims the chilliest averages of the year.

Precipitation

Villefranche-sur-Mer in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 71 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 9 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 149 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Villefranche-sur-Mer. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Villefranche-sur-Mer climate page with graphs.

 

Villefranche-sur-Mer, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 5°C  

Max Temperature 12°C  

Water Temperature 14°C *  

Chance of Rain 31%  

Precipitation 71 mm  

Rainy days 9 days  

Sunshine 149 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 54% *  

* Data from: Monte Carlo, Monaco (10 KM, 6 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?

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. With a water temperature of around 14°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

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