January weather forecastNice, France
January
Weather in January
Nice, France greets the New Year with chilly, yet temperate, climatic conditions, facilitating tourists to enjoy its charm bereft of the typical summer crowd. The weather manifests a blend of moderate temperatures and humidity. This month's temperatures fluctuate between 5.8°C (42.4°F) and 9.4°C (48.9°F). Wind speeds reach 12.9km/h (8mph), making the sea a bit choppy for water sports. A dip in the sea proves slightly cold given the 13.5°C (56.3°F) sea temperature.Temperature
In Nice, the coldest period comes during January and February, when the average high-temperature touches 9.4°C (48.9°F).Humidity
January and December, with an average relative humidity of 68%, are the least humid months in Nice.Rainfall
In January, in Nice, France, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout January, 33mm (1.3") of precipitation is accumulated. In Nice, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.2 days and collects up to 639mm (25.16") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March are months with snowfall in Nice. January is the first month it typically snows in Nice. Throughout January, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 3mm (0.12") of snow. In Nice, France, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.6 days and aggregates up to 13mm (0.51") of snow.Sea temperature
In Nice, in January, the average water temperature is 13.5°C (56.3°F).Note: Entering waters of 13.5°C (56.3°F) is life-endangering. A mere moment in 13°C (55.4°F) waters feels piercing cold, and below 10°C (50°F) it can lead to immediate cold shock and cessation of breathing control, depending on body resilience.
Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 22min.On the first day of January in Nice, sunrise is at 08:04 and sunset at 17:04. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:49 and sunset at 17:39 CET.
Sunshine
January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.4h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Nice are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during January translates into the following directions:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Nice, France
- Average high temperature in January: 9.4°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (24.8°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (9.4°C).
- Average low temperature in January: 5.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (20°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (5.5°C).
Average pressure in January
Nice, France
- Average pressure in January: 1016.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1018.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1013.9mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Nice, France
- Average wind speed in January: 12.9km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (13.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5km/h).
Average humidity in January
Nice, France
- Average humidity in January: 68%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (73%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (68%).
Average rainfall in January
Nice, France
- Average rainfall in January: 33mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (125mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (30mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Nice, France
- Average rainfall days in January: 10.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (9.6 days).
Average snowfall in January
Nice, France
- Average snowfall in January: 3mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (9mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days in January
Nice, France
- Average snowfall days in January: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, October and November (0 days).
Average sea temperature in January
Nice, France
- Average sea temperature in January: 13.5°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (23.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (13.1°C).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Nice, France
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in January: 6h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in January
Nice, France
- Average sunshine days in January: 16.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9 days).
Average UV index in January
Nice, France
- Average UV index in January: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in January
Nice, France
- Average cloud cover in January: 28
The months with the most cloud cover are February and November (Cloud cover 29).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 11).
Average visibility in January
Nice, France
- Average visibility in January: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
