January weather forecastVilleurbanne, France

January

Weather in January

As the inaugural month of the year, January delivers cold temperatures in Villeurbanne, France. Compared to the preceding December, this month experiences a slight drop in average temperatures with an all-time low of 0.2°C (32.4°F). Defined by its chilly conditions, the month also presents 40mm (1.57") of snowfall spread across roughly six days. Due to the combination of limited sunlight and chilly climate, it is common for residents to layer their clothing. Consequently, warm coats, scarfs, and gloves become indispensable wardrobe items in Villeurbanne during January.

Temperature

January is the month that records the lowest temperatures, with averages ranging from a high of 5.4°C (41.7°F) to a low of 0.2°C (32.4°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 84%.

Rainfall

In Villeurbanne, France, in January, during 17.6 rainfall days, 53mm (2.09") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 191.8 rainfall days, and 744mm (29.29") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, October through December. The months with the most snowfall in Villeurbanne are January and February, with an average 40mm (1.57") of accumulated snow.

Daylight

In Villeurbanne, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 9min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:21 and sunset at 17:06. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 08:03 and sunset at 17:43 CET.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.5h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

In Villeurbanne, January is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 5.4°C (41.7°F) and a low of 0.2°C (32.4°F).

Villeurbanne in January has an average high-temperature of 5.4°C (41.7°F) and an average low-temperature of 0.2°C (32.4°F).

In January, the average relative humidity in Villeurbanne, France, is 84%.

In Villeurbanne, France, during January, the rain falls for 17.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 53mm (2.09") of precipitation.

The months with the most snowfall are January and February, with an average 40mm (1.57") of accumulated snow.

In Villeurbanne, France, in January, during 6.1 snowfall days, 40mm (1.57") of snow is typically accumulated.

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

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:21 and sunset at 17:06. On the last day of the month, in Villeurbanne, sunrise is at 08:03 and sunset at 17:43 CET.

The month with the least sunshine in Villeurbanne is January, with an average of 4.5h of sunshine.

In January, the average sunshine duration in Villeurbanne is 4.5h.

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Villeurbanne, France.

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Villeurbanne is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Villeurbanne, France

  • Average high temperature in January: 5.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (26.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 0.2°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (14.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.2°C).

Average pressure in January
Villeurbanne, France

  • Average pressure in January: 1019.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.4mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Villeurbanne, France

  • Average wind speed in January: 10.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (12.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5km/h).

Average humidity in January
Villeurbanne, France

  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Villeurbanne, France

  • Average rainfall in January: 53mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (83mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (41mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Villeurbanne, France

  • Average rainfall days in January: 17.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (12.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Villeurbanne, France

  • Average snowfall in January: 40mm

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (40mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Villeurbanne, France

  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 12min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Villeurbanne, France

  • Average sunshine days in January: 10.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Villeurbanne, France

  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Villeurbanne, France

  • Average cloud cover in January: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in January
Villeurbanne, France

  • Average visibility in January: 8km

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