January weather forecast
Orléans, France

January

Weather in January

During the winter month of January, Orléans experiences a climate predominantly cold with an average high temperature of 6.4°C (43.5°F) and a low of 1.8°C (35.2°F). Commensurate with the season, snowfall behavior transpires with an accumulation of 11mm (0.43") over 1.9 days. While short daylight hours make for longer nights in this period, the effect is counterbalanced by the beautiful winterscape the snowfall brings. The humidity, at its highest during the year, invites a challenge, compelling inhabitants to bundle up. The weather remains largely predictable, typical of winter months.

Temperature

January proves to be the coldest month in Orléans, recording an average maximum temperature of 6.4°C (43.5°F) and a minimum temperature of 1.8°C (35.2°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Orléans is 86%.

Rainfall

In Orléans, in January, it is raining for 15.7 days, with typically 41mm (1.61") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 168.5 rainfall days, and 464mm (18.27") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In January, it is snowing for 1.9 days. Throughout January, 11mm (0.43") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Orléans, there are 6.7 snowfall days, and 45mm (1.77") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Orléans is 8h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:41 and sunset at 17:09. On the last day of January, in Orléans, sunrise is at 08:21 and sunset at 17:49 CET.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Orléans, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Orléans. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Orléans?
The coldest period is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 6.4°C (43.5°F) and a low of 1.8°C (35.2°F).
How cold is it in Orléans in January?
The high-temperature, in January, in Orléans, is 6.4°C (43.5°F), while the low-temperature averages to 1.8°C (35.2°F).
What is the average humidity in January in Orléans?
In Orléans, France, the average relative humidity in January is 86%.
How much does it rain in Orléans in January?
In Orléans, France, in January, during 15.7 rainfall days, 41mm (1.61") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How much does it snow in Orléans in January?
In Orléans, in January, during 1.9 snowfall days, 11mm (0.43") of snow is typically accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in January in Orléans?
In January, the average day length in Orléans is 8h and 55min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Orléans?
On the first day of January in Orléans, France, sunrise is at 08:41 and sunset at 17:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:21 and sunset at 17:49 CET.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Orléans?
With an average of 3.8h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Orléans, France.
How many hours of sunshine does Orléans have in January?
The average sunshine duration in January in Orléans is 3.8h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Orléans?
The months with the lowest UV index in Orléans, France, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
How high is the UV index in January in Orléans?
The average daily maximum UV index in January in Orléans is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in January - Orléans, France
Average temperature in January
Orléans, France
  • Average high temperature in January: 6.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (24.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 1.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.8°C).

Average pressure in January - Orléans, France
Average pressure in January
Orléans, France
  • Average pressure in January: 1018.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1014mbar).

Average wind speed in January - Orléans, France
Average wind speed in January
Orléans, France
  • Average wind speed in January: 15.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (16km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.2km/h).

Average humidity in January - Orléans, France
Average humidity in January
Orléans, France
  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

Average rainfall in January - Orléans, France
Average rainfall in January
Orléans, France
  • Average rainfall in January: 41mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (51mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (21mm).

Average rainfall days in January - Orléans, France
Average rainfall days in January
Orléans, France
  • Average rainfall days in January: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (10.5 days).

Average snowfall in January - Orléans, France
Average snowfall in January
Orléans, France
  • Average snowfall in January: 11mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (15mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January - Orléans, France
Average snowfall days in January
Orléans, France
  • Average snowfall days in January: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Orléans, France
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Orléans, France
  • Average daylight in January: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January - Orléans, France
Average sunshine days in January
Orléans, France
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (11.3 days).

Average UV index in January - Orléans, France
Average UV index in January
Orléans, France
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January - Orléans, France
Average cloud cover in January
Orléans, France
  • Average cloud cover in January: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in January - Orléans, France
Average visibility in January
Orléans, France
  • Average visibility in January: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and November (8km).

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