What to pack for Paris in January
- a warm coat, hat and gloves
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
Humidity averages 86%; max daily wind around 21 km/h. Snow falls on about 1.8 days.
How January compares
Best months in Paris: July–September. See the full best time to visit Paris guide.
Paris in January: the details
In January, Paris sees average daytime highs of 7°C (45°F) and overnight lows of 2°C (36°F). Rainfall totals roughly 60 mm across 11.3 rainy days, and the sun shines about 3.6 hours per day with 8.5 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 86%.
In context: January is the coldest month of the year and the 9th-wettest in Paris. The sunniest month is July (12.1 h/day).
| Metric | January average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 7°C / 45°F |
| Overnight low | 2°C / 36°F |
| Rainfall | 60 mm over 11.3 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 3.6 h/day (8.5 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 86% |
| Travel score | 2.1 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Paris, France (48.85, 2.35) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Paris in January?
Daytime highs in Paris in January average 7°C (45°F); nights drop to about 2°C.
Does it rain in Paris in January?
Expect around 11.3 rainy days and 60 mm of rainfall in January.
Is January a good time to visit Paris?
January is a challenging month to visit Paris — consider July–September instead. Overall travel score: 2.1/10. The best months are July–September.
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