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North France weather in January 2026

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North France weather in January 2026

 

Day

7 °C

 

Night

2 °C

 

Sea

5 °C

 

Precipitation

56 mm

in month

 

Rainy days

12 days

in month

 

Daylight

8 hours

average

 

Sunshine

2 hours

average

 

Humidity

91 %

 

Day

7 °C

 

Night

2 °C

 

Sea

5 °C

 

Precipitation

56 mm

in month

 

Rainy days

12 days

in month

 

Daylight

8 hours

average

 

Sunshine

2 hours

average

 

Humidity

91 %

Overview: North France
In January in North France, the average air temperature ranges from 7 °C (45 °F) during the day to 2 °C (35 °F) at night. There are 12 days of rain on average, where the rainfall is 56 mm (2.22 in).

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Weather overview

In January in North France, the average air temperature ranges from 7 °C (45 °F) during the day to 2 °C (35 °F) at night. There are 12 days of rain on average, where the rainfall is 56 mm (2.22 in).

Is January a good month to visit North France?

In January there are not good conditions to visit North France. A relatively low temperature of 7 °C (45 °F) may be ideal for walking or outdoor activities, but some people may have a different idea of the holiday. The night temperature of 2 °C (35 °F) is not inviting for evening and night activities except for visiting a bar and having beer or two.

What is the temperature in North France during the day in January?

In January in North France, the average daily temperatures will be 7 °C (45 °F). Be sure to pack warm clothes, including a jacket and a warm sweater. On some days it may occasionally freeze, but with stronger winds, the feeling of cold may increase.

Can I expect a freeze in January in North France?

It is possible that it will be freezing in January in North France, night temperatures will be 2 °C (35 °F) on average.

What is the rainfall intensity in January in North France?

There is precipitation of 56 mm (2.22 in) in January in North France, which means 2 mm (0.07 in) rainfall per day on average.

How many days of precipitation on average can I expect in North France in January?

In January in North France, we can expect 12 days to be rainy, that is, days when precipitation exceeds 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 2.8 days of the week, or in general - 40 % days.

How many sunny hours can I expect in North France in January?

In January in North France, you can expect around 2 hours of sunshine.

What is the night temperature in North France in January?

The average night temperature in North France in January is 2 °C (35 °F). The nights will be cool, layers of clothes will be needed for evening and morning walks, the hotel should be equipped with heating.

How does the sea temperature evolve during the month in North France in January?

North France has a decreasing trend of the sea temperature during January - from 5 °C (42 °F) in the first days of the month to 5 °C (40 °F) in the last days of the month.

Is there a dry season in North France in January?

No, January is not a dry month in North France, expect rain approximately 12 days in a month.

Is there a wet season in January in North France?

No, there is no wet season in North France in January - you can expect 12 days of rain during the month.

How long is the day (from dawn till dusk) in North France in January?

The length of daylight in North France in January is 8 hours.

What level of humidity is to expect in January in North France?

In North France in January, expect humidity around 91 %. This humidity is rather above average, but except for sensitive individuals, it should not be a problem.

How windy is North France in January?

In North France in January, there will be an average wind scale of 5.

Is North France rainier in January than in February?

Yes, in North France in January it rains more than in February.

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