January weather forecast
Villefranche-sur-Mer, France

January

Weather in January

January, like December, is another chilly winter month in Villefranche-sur-Mer, France, with temperature in the range of an average low of 5.8°C (42.4°F) and an average high of 9.4°C (48.9°F).

Temperature

Villefranche-sur-Mer witnesses its lowest temperatures in January and February, reaching an average of 9.4°C (48.9°F).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 68%.

Rainfall

In Villefranche-sur-Mer, during January, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 33mm (1.3") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Villefranche-sur-Mer, France, there are 149.2 rainfall days, and 639mm (25.16") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March are months with snowfall. January is the first month it typically snows in Villefranche-sur-Mer. Throughout January, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 3mm (0.12") of snow. In Villefranche-sur-Mer, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.6 days and aggregates up to 13mm (0.51") of snow.

Sea temperature

In January, the average sea temperature is 13.5°C (56.3°F).
Note: If planning to swim in 13.5°C (56.3°F) under 10°C (50°F), wear a protective suit. Neglecting this advice might cause immediate cold shock and troubled breathing. A splash around 13°C (55.4°F) is not much warmer.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Villefranche-sur-Mer is 9h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:04 and sunset at 17:03. On the last day of January, in Villefranche-sur-Mer, sunrise is at 07:48 and sunset at 17:39 CET.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Villefranche-sur-Mer are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in January translates into the following instructions:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Villefranche-sur-Mer?
Villefranche-sur-Mer experiences the lowest of its temperatures in January and February, when the average high-temperatures rise to 9.4°C (48.9°F).
What is the average January temperature in Villefranche-sur-Mer?
The high-temperature, in January, in Villefranche-sur-Mer, is 9.4°C (48.9°F), while the low-temperature averages to 5.8°C (42.4°F).
What are the least humid months in Villefranche-sur-Mer?
January and December, with an average relative humidity of 68%, are the least humid months in Villefranche-sur-Mer, France.
What is the average humidity in January in Villefranche-sur-Mer?
In January, the average relative humidity is 68%.
How many days does it rain in January in Villefranche-sur-Mer?
In Villefranche-sur-Mer, during January, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 33mm (1.3") of precipitation.
When does it start to snow in Villefranche-sur-Mer?
January is the first month it typically snows in Villefranche-sur-Mer, France. Throughout January, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 3mm (0.12") of snow.
How cold is the water in January in Villefranche-sur-Mer?
In Villefranche-sur-Mer, France, the average seawater temperature in January is 13.5°C (56.3°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.
What is the average length of the day in January in Villefranche-sur-Mer?
In Villefranche-sur-Mer, France, the average day length in January is 9h and 22min.
When are sunrise and sunset in January in Villefranche-sur-Mer?
On the first day of January in Villefranche-sur-Mer, France, sunrise is at 08:04 and sunset at 17:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:48 and sunset at 17:39 CET.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Villefranche-sur-Mer?
With an average of 6.4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.
How long on average sun shines in January in Villefranche-sur-Mer?
In January, the average sunshine duration in Villefranche-sur-Mer is 6.4h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Villefranche-sur-Mer?
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.
What is the UV index intensity in January in Villefranche-sur-Mer?
In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average visibility
Average temperature in January - Villefranche-sur-Mer, France
Average temperature in January
Villefranche-sur-Mer, 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 - Villefranche-sur-Mer, France
Average pressure in January
Villefranche-sur-Mer, 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 - Villefranche-sur-Mer, France
Average wind speed in January
Villefranche-sur-Mer, 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 - Villefranche-sur-Mer, France
Average humidity in January
Villefranche-sur-Mer, 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 - Villefranche-sur-Mer, France
Average rainfall in January
Villefranche-sur-Mer, 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 - Villefranche-sur-Mer, France
Average rainfall days in January
Villefranche-sur-Mer, 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 - Villefranche-sur-Mer, France
Average snowfall in January
Villefranche-sur-Mer, 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 - Villefranche-sur-Mer, France
Average snowfall days in January
Villefranche-sur-Mer, 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 - Villefranche-sur-Mer, France
Average sea temperature in January
Villefranche-sur-Mer, 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 - Villefranche-sur-Mer, France
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Villefranche-sur-Mer, France
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

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 2min

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 - Villefranche-sur-Mer, France
Average sunshine days in January
Villefranche-sur-Mer, 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 - Villefranche-sur-Mer, France
Average UV index in January
Villefranche-sur-Mer, 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 - Villefranche-sur-Mer, France
Average cloud cover in January
Villefranche-sur-Mer, 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 - Villefranche-sur-Mer, France
Average visibility in January
Villefranche-sur-Mer, 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).

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