France weather in January
In January, popular resorts in France (Nice, Cannes, Antibes, Ajaccio, Bastia) average 11°C by day and 6°C at night, and the sea is about 12°C. On average 58 mm of rain falls during the month.
That is 1°C cooler than in December, and in February days average 11°C.
It is cool, not a beach month. The sea is cold.
Warmest resorts in France in January
France weather in other months
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FAQ
Is it warm in France in January?
In January, popular resorts in France (Nice, Cannes, Antibes, Ajaccio, Bastia) average 11°C by day and 6°C at night, and the sea is about 12°C. On average 58 mm of rain falls during the month. It is cool, not a beach month.
What is the sea temperature in France in January?
About 12°C on average. The warmest water is in Bastia (14°C).
Where is it warmest in France in January?
The warmest place is Nice (12°C by day), followed by Ajaccio (11°C) and Cannes (11°C).
Does it rain in France in January?
On average 58 mm of rain falls in the month. It is a fairly wet month, so pack a jacket.
Long-term averages from NASA POWER data (MERRA-2, 2001-2020 reanalysis, CC BY 4.0). Sea temperature is the average water surface temperature at the nearest grid point over the sea. This is climate, not a forecast for a specific day.