January weather forecast
Les Houches, France

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Les Houches, France, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between -11.4°C (11.5°F) and -2.3°C (27.9°F).

Temperature

Les Houches notes the coldest temperatures in January, with a high average of -2.3°C (27.9°F) and a low of -11.4°C (11.5°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Les Houches is 89%.

Rainfall

In Les Houches, France, during January, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 28mm (1.1") of precipitation. In Les Houches, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.8 days and collects up to 461mm (18.15") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Les Houches are January through May, October through December. In Les Houches, in January, during 12.6 snowfall days, 183mm (7.2") of snow is typically accumulated. In Les Houches, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.7 days and aggregates up to 924mm (36.38") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Les Houches is 9h and 8min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 08:14 and sunset at 16:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:56 and sunset at 17:35 CET.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Les Houches is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Les Houches are January through March and November, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in January transforms into this advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 8, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Les Houches?

The coldest month in Les Houches is January, with an average high-temperature of -2.3°C (27.9°F) and an average low-temperature of -11.4°C (11.5°F).

How cold is January in Les Houches?

In January, in Les Houches, the average high-temperature is -2.3°C (27.9°F), and the average low-temperature is -11.4°C (11.5°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Les Houches?

In Les Houches, the average relative humidity in January is 89%.

How much does it rain in Les Houches in January?

In Les Houches, in January, during 6.8 rainfall days, 28mm (1.1") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Les Houches?

In Les Houches, France, in January, during 12.6 snowfall days, 183mm (7.2") of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Les Houches?

In Les Houches, France, the average day length in January is 9h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Les Houches?

On the first day of January in Les Houches, France, sunrise is at 08:14 and sunset at 16:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:56 and sunset at 17:35 CET.

How long on average sun shines in January in Les Houches?

In Les Houches, France, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Les Houches?

January through March and November, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Les Houches.

What is the UV index reading in January in Les Houches?

In Les Houches, France, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Les Houches, France

Average temperature in January - Les Houches, France
  • Average high temperature in January: -2.3°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (16.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-2.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -11.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (6.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-11.4°C).

Average pressure in January
Les Houches, France

Average pressure in January - Les Houches, France
  • Average pressure in January: 1019.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.1mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Les Houches, France

Average wind speed in January - Les Houches, France
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (8.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6.5km/h).

Average humidity in January
Les Houches, France

Average humidity in January - Les Houches, France
  • Average humidity in January: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Les Houches, France

Average rainfall in January - Les Houches, France
  • Average rainfall in January: 28mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (72mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (15mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Les Houches, France

Average rainfall days in January - Les Houches, France
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Les Houches, France

Average snowfall in January - Les Houches, France
  • Average snowfall in January: 183mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (245mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Les Houches, France

Average snowfall days in January - Les Houches, France
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Les Houches, France

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Les Houches, France
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 1min

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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Les Houches, France

Average sunshine days in January - Les Houches, France
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Les Houches, France

Average UV index in January - Les Houches, France
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Les Houches, France

Average cloud cover in January - Les Houches, France
  • Average cloud cover in January: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in January
Les Houches, France

Average visibility in January - Les Houches, France
  • Average visibility in January: 6km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and October (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (6km).

Les Houches, France

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