Provence/Côte d’Azur (French Riviera) in january: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
How are weather conditions in Provence/Côte d’Azur in january? Is it a good time to go to Cassis and Marseille? Check out weather averages and our advices here.
very bad weather across 38% of the territory bad weather across 63% of the territory
Weather in Provence-Côte d’Azur in january 2024
Below, find the the weather forecast for january for most popular cities in Provence/Côte d’Azur. These forecasts are probabilities for january from weather reports for over 10 years. The percentage indicates the possibility of having the weather mentioned.
Average weather in january in Marseille
bad weather 4.1cm
Weather at 6am
47°F
Clear/Sunny
45% of time
28%
12%
11%
Weather at 12pm
52°F
Clear/Sunny
51% of time
22%
12%
10%
Weather at 6pm
49°F
Clear/Sunny
48% of time
27%
11%
10%
Weather at 3am
47°F
45%
30%
14%
9%
Where to go in Provence-Côte d’Azur in january?
Where to go in Provence-Côte d’Azur in january: destination map
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Where should you go in Provence-Côte d’Azur in january when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in Provence-Côte d’Azur in january ranges from bad to very bad depending on the region and city.
warning in january the weather varied depending on the city and regions of the country.
January is not the best month to travel to in Provence/Côte d'Azur. The climate in Sanary-sur-Mer, Six-Fours-les-Plages, Menton, Bandol, Cavalaire, Juan-les-Pins, Fréjus, Porquerolles, Ramatuelle, Marseille, Hyères, Nice, Cannes, La Fos-sur-Mer, Lavandou, La Ciotat, Cassis, Saint-Tropez, Antibes, Sainte-Maxime, Saint-Raphaël, Toulon, Saint-Honorat Island and Sainte-Marguerite Island is bad. It's cold, the sun is not there all the time and you take the risk being faced with rain very frequently.
It's much worse around the cities of Sanary-sur-Mer, Six-Fours-les-Plages, Menton, Bandol, Cavalaire, Juan-les-Pins, Fréjus, Porquerolles, Ramatuelle, Marseille, Hyères, Nice, Cannes, La Fos-sur-Mer, Lavandou, La Ciotat, Cassis, Saint-Tropez, Antibes, Sainte-Maxime, Saint-Raphaël, Toulon, Saint-Honorat Island and Sainte-Marguerite Island and surrounding areas where the climate is even worse. It is really not advisable to go to these areas this month.
Climate in Provence-Côte d’Azur in january
Climate in Marseille in january
In the month of january, the mean temperature in Marseille is 50°F (maximum temperature is 52°F and minimum temperature is 47°F). The climate is rather cold in that area in this month, but it is liveable by dressing hot. With 3.3in over 4 days, rain may occur during your stay. But this is reasonably and it will not be continuous.
With a bad climate, january is not recommended month to go in this locality.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 50°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 52°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 47°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 57°F | ||
| Rainfall | 3.3in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 4 day(s) (14%) | ||
| Humidity | 78% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 8 | ||
| Cloud cover | 33% | ||
| Length of day | 09:21 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | bad |
Climate in Aix-en-Provence in january
In the month of january, maximum temperature is 50°F and minimum temperature is 40°F (for an average temperature of 45°F). The climate is fairly fresh in that area in the month of january, but it is tolerable by dressing hot. With 2.8in over 4 days, rainfall can happen throughout your vacations. But this is rather moderate and you will not be too bothered by it.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 45°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 50°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 40°F | ||
| Rainfall | 2.8in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 4 day(s) (12%) | ||
| Humidity | 81% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 8 | ||
| Cloud cover | 37% | ||
| Length of day | 09:20 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
Climate in Antibes in january
In the month of january, maximum temperature is 54°F and minimum temperature is 47°F (for an average temperature of 50°F). The climate is relatively cool in that area in the month of january, but it is bearable when dressing cosy. With 2.6in over 3 days, you risk getting wet slightly throughout your holidays. But this is moderate and it is only of temporary showers.
With an unfavorable weather, january is not the best time to go in this locality in Provence/Côte d’Azur.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 50°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 54°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 47°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 57°F | ||
| Rainfall | 2.6in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 3 day(s) (11%) | ||
| Humidity | 71% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 8 | ||
| Cloud cover | 29% | ||
| Length of day | 09:19 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | bad |
Climate in Avignon in january
In january, the mean temperature in Avignon is 45°F (maximum temperature is 50°F and minimum temperature is 40°F). The climate is quite more than very fresh in that locality in this month. Do not forget to take with you warm clothes! With 2.4in over 3 days, rainfall can happen during your stay. But this is reasonably and you will not be too bothered by it.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 45°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 50°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 40°F | ||
| Rainfall | 2.4in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 3 day(s) (9%) | ||
| Humidity | 83% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 8 | ||
| Cloud cover | 34% | ||
| Length of day | 09:17 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
Climate in Cannes in january
In the month of january, maximum temperature is 54°F and minimum temperature is 47°F (for an average temperature of 50°F). The climate is rather cold around this city in this month, but it is livable when dressing cosy. With 2.7in over 4 days, you risk getting wet slightly during your stay. But this is pretty reasonably and it is only of temporary showers.
With a bad climate, the month of january is not recommended month to go in that area.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 50°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 54°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 47°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 57°F | ||
| Rainfall | 2.7in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 4 day(s) (12%) | ||
| Humidity | 71% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 8 | ||
| Cloud cover | 29% | ||
| Length of day | 09:19 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | bad |
All cities in Provence-Côte d’Azur in january
| Marseille in january | bad weather |
| Aix-en-Provence in january | very bad weather |
| Antibes in january | bad weather |
| Avignon in january | very bad weather |
| Cannes in january | bad weather |
| Cassis in january | bad weather |
| La Ciotat in january | bad weather |
| Lavandou in january | bad weather |
| Monaco in january | bad weather |
| Nice in january | bad weather |
| Saint-Tropez in january | bad weather |
| Sainte-Maxime in january | bad weather |
| Salon-de-Provence in january | very bad weather |
| Toulon in january | bad weather |
| Aspremont in january | bad weather |
| Aubagne in january | bad weather |
| Aubignan in january | very bad weather |
| Bandol in january | bad weather |
| Les Baux-de-Provence in january | bad weather |
| Biot in january | bad weather |
| Bormes-les-Mimosas in january | bad weather |
Weather data for Provence/Côte d’Azur (French Riviera) in january:
Weather data for Provence/Côte d’Azur (French Riviera) in january is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Provence-Côte d’Azur. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Provence-Côte d’Azur can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to the Provence-Côte d'Azur.