Weather in Brittany, France in January

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Visiting Brittany, France in January

The weather in January is slightly colder than the previous month. January has average maximum temperatures of 9°C (49°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 27.3% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 2.4 hours of sunshine per day. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Brittany.

January has total rainfall of 0.8cm (0.3inches) making it very dry with only very light showers although there are 20.3 days with some rainfall, so on the days it does rain it is only light and intermittent and shouldn't affect your beach enjoyment too much.

Sea temperatures are a cold 13°C (55°F). January is too cold for swimming in Brittany for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in January is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into February.

Consider visiting Brittany in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for January.

Can you sunbathe in Brittany in January?

No, January is not a good time for sunbathing in Brittany.

January has average maximum temperatures of 9°C (49°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 27.3% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 2.4 hours of sunshine per day. January has total rainfall of 0.8cm (0.3inches) making it very dry with only very light showers although there are 20.3 days with some rainfall, so on the days it does rain it is only light and intermittent and shouldn't affect your beach enjoyment too much.

More about January temperature and sunshine.

Can you swim in Brittany in January?

No, January is too cold for swimming in Brittany for any length of time, with the sea water at 13°C (55°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

More about January sea temperatures.

Is January a good time to holiday in Brittany?

No, January is not a good time for a holiday in Brittany.

January has average maximum temperatures of 9°C (49°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 27.3% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 2.4 hours of sunshine per day. January has total rainfall of 0.8cm (0.3inches) making it very dry with only very light showers although there are 20.3 days with some rainfall, so on the days it does rain it is only light and intermittent and shouldn't affect your beach enjoyment too much. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Brittany. Sea temperatures are a cold 13°C (55°F). January is too cold for swimming in Brittany for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

More about the January temperatures and sunshine.

Is Brittany warm in January?

No, Brittany is too cold for sunbathing in January.

The average maximum temperature in Brittany in January is 9°C (49°F). The average maximum temperature is 10°C (49°) in the previous month and 10°C (49°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Brittany in January is 7°C (44°F). The average temperature is 7°C (44°F) in the previous month and 6°C (44°F) in the next month.

More info about the January temperatures and sunshine.

How sunny is Brittany in January?

The average day light hours per day in Brittany in January are 8.8. The sunshine percentage is 27.3% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 2.4 hours of sunshine per day.

More about January sunshine.

Temperature in Brittany in January

The weather in January is slightly colder than the previous month. The average maximum temperature in Brittany in January is 9°C (49°F). The average maximum temperature is 10°C (49°F) in the previous month and 10°C (49°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Brittany in January is 7°C (44°F). The average temperature is 7°C (44°F) in the previous month and 6°C (44°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Brittany in January is 4°C (39°F). The minimum temperature is 4°C (39°F) in the previous month and 4°C (38°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Brittany in January

The days in January are marginally longer than the previous month and the days continue to get a bit longer into February. January has marginally more hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to rise into February. During January the average day light hours are 8.8 per day in Brittany. The sunshine percentage is 27.3% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 2.4 hours of sunshine per day.

The ultraviolet index in Brittany in January is typically 0.9 during January. An ultraviolet index reading of 0 to 2 indicates low danger from the sun's UV rays for the average person. Most people will be able to spend several hours in the sun with out a problem, however unprotected skin risks burning in less than 1 hour. Wear sunglasses on bright days. Only those that burn easily will need to apply sunscreen. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in Brittany in January

The average sea water temperature in Brittany in January is 12.6°C (54.7°F) which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit. The sea temperature in January is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into February.

Rainfall in Brittany in January

January weather is marginally wetter than the previous month and rainfall continues to rise slightly into February. January has a few more days of rain than the previous month. The average total rainfall in Brittany in January is 0.8cm (0.3inches) and on average there are 20.3 rainy days in January making it a very wet time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Brittany in January

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Brittany in January is 7°C (45°F) which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 7°C (45°F) in the previous month and 6°C (6°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Brittany in January is typically 97.1%. The maximum relative humidity is 96.3% in the previous month and 95.6% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Brittany in January is typically 86.9%. The average relative humidity is 85.8% in the previous month and 83.4% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Brittany in January

The average maximum wind speed in Brittany in January is typically 28KM/H (18MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 29KM/H (18MPH) in the previous month and 28KM/H (17MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Brittany in January is typically 17KM/H (11MPH). The average wind speed is 17KM/H (11MPH) in the previous month and 16KM/H (10MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Brittany in January is from the West-Southwest.

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