January weather forecastPerpignan, France

January

Weather in January

January's weather reveals the winter qualities of Perpignan, with temperatures often residing in chillier ranges, dropping to lows of 5.8°C (42.4°F). This month stands out statistically as the one with the most cloud cover, signaling less sun exposure than other periods. Winds in January often exhibit a brisk nature, making outdoor excursions in Perpignan a thrilling endeavor during this month. Humidity levels are noticeably higher this time of year, ever-present alongside the crisp winter air. The appearance of snowfall, though minimal, offers a slight touch of the season’s signature charm.

Temperature

In Perpignan, January is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 10.7°C (51.3°F) and a low of 5.8°C (42.4°F).

Humidity

In Perpignan, the average relative humidity in January is 71%.

Rainfall

In Perpignan, in January, during 9.3 rainfall days, 43mm (1.69") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 118.2 rainfall days, and 414mm (16.3") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January and February are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall in Perpignan. Snow falls for 0.4 days and accumulates 6mm (0.24") of snow.

Sea temperature

January through March, with an average sea temperature of 13°C (55.4°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Perpignan.
Note: Swimming at temperatures less than 10°C (50°F) in 13°C (55.4°F) is feasible with the right swimsuit; if not, expect cold shock and breathlessness. A quick swim at 13°C (55.4°F) without adequate warmth can be discomforting.

Daylight

In Perpignan, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:18 and sunset at 17:24. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 08:04 and sunset at 17:59 CET.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 6.4h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 in January translates into these instructions:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.

Updated: Feb 8, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Perpignan's coldest temperatures are experienced in January, with average high temperatures of 10.7°C (51.3°F) and lows of 5.8°C (42.4°F).

An average high-temperature, in January, in Perpignan, is 10.7°C (51.3°F) and the average low-temperature is 5.8°C (42.4°F).

In January, the average relative humidity in Perpignan is 71%.

In January, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout January, 43mm (1.69") of precipitation is accumulated.

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.4 days and accumulates 6mm (0.24") of snow.

January is the first month it typically snows in Perpignan. Throughout January, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 6mm (0.24") of snow.

The months with the coldest seawater in Perpignan are January through March, with an average sea temperature of 13°C (55.4°F).

In Perpignan, the average seawater temperature in January is 13°C (55.4°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.

The average day length in January in Perpignan, France, is 9h and 28min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:18 and sunset at 17:24. On the last day of the month, in Perpignan, France, sunrise is at 08:04 and sunset at 17:59 CET.

With an average of 6.4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Perpignan, France.

In Perpignan, France, the average sunshine duration in January is 6.4h.

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index.

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Perpignan, France, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year January F M A M J J A S O N D

Dec

January

Feb

Average high temperature

12°C

10.7°C

11.2°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

17.5km/h

18.3km/h

19.6km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

0.3

0.4

0.6

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

21.4

18.9

18.1

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Perpignan, France

Average high temperature in January: 10.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (27.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (10.7°C).

Average low temperature in January: 5.8°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (19°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (5.3°C).

Average pressure in January
Perpignan, France

Average pressure in January: 1018.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1014.9mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Perpignan, France

Average wind speed in January: 17.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (13km/h).

Average humidity in January
Perpignan, France

Average humidity in January: 71%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (63%).

Average rainfall in January
Perpignan, France

Average rainfall in January: 43mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (57mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (18mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Perpignan, France

Average rainfall days in January: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (12.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Perpignan, France

Average snowfall in January: 6mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6mm).
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Perpignan, France

Average snowfall days in January: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Perpignan, France

Average sea temperature in January: 13°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (23°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February and March (13°C).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Perpignan, France

Average daylight in January: 9h and 30min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

Average sunshine in January: 6h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Perpignan, France

Average sunshine days in January: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (15.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Perpignan, 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
Perpignan, France

Average cloud cover in January: 31

The months with the most cloud cover are January and November (Cloud cover 31).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in January
Perpignan, 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).