Paris Weather in January
France · 30-year monthly averages
🤔 Fair time to visit
January in Paris is cold, with average daytime highs around 8°C (46°F) and nighttime lows near 3°C (38°F). Expect roughly 48mm of precipitation spread over about 10 rainy days, with little rainfall.
Avg high
8°C
46°F
Avg low
3°C
38°F
Rainfall
48mm
dry
Rainy days
10
days with ≥1mm
☀️ About 59 hours of sunshine over the month (~2h/day).
🎒 What to pack
- warm coat
- sweaters and layers
- scarf
January vs the rest of the year
FAQ
- How hot is Paris in January?
- January in Paris is cold, with average daytime highs around 8°C (46°F) and nighttime lows near 3°C (38°F). Expect roughly 48mm of precipitation spread over about 10 rainy days, with little rainfall.
- Does it rain a lot in Paris in January?
- Paris sees around 48mm of precipitation in January on average — dry by global standards.
- Is January a good time to visit Paris?
- January is a workable month to visit Paris, but expect some weather trade-offs.