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Visiting St Malo, Brittany, France in January

The weather in January is slightly colder than the previous month. January has average maximum temperatures of 9°C (48°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 27% 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 St Malo.

January has total rainfall of 0.8cm (0.3inches) making it mostly dry with very rare light showers although there are 20 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 (56°F). January is too cold for swimming in St Malo 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.

The weather in St Malo during January is cold and windy, with frequent rain showers. It is not an ideal time for swimming or sunbathing, as the sea is chilly and the skies are often overcast. However, the strong winds make it a perfect time for windsurfing and kitesurfing enthusiasts who enjoy the challenging conditions. Consider visiting St Malo 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 St Malo in January?

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

January has average maximum temperatures of 9°C (48°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 27% 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 mostly dry with very rare light showers although there are 20 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.

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Can you swim in St Malo in January?

No, January is too cold for swimming in St Malo for any length of time, with the sea water at 13°C (56°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

More about January sea temperatures.

Is January a good time to holiday in St Malo?

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

January has average maximum temperatures of 9°C (48°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 27% 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 mostly dry with very rare light showers although there are 20 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 St Malo. Sea temperatures are a cold 13°C (56°F). January is too cold for swimming in St Malo for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

More about the January temperatures and sunshine.

Is St Malo warm in January?

No, St Malo is too cold for sunbathing in January.

The average maximum temperature in St Malo in January is 9°C (48°F). The average maximum temperature is 9°C (48°) in the previous month and 9°C (49°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in St Malo in January is 6°C (43°F). The average temperature is 6°C (43°F) in the previous month and 6°C (43°F) in the next month.

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How sunny is St Malo in January?

The average day light hours per day in St Malo in January are 8.7. The sunshine percentage is 27% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 2.4 hours of sunshine per day.

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Crowds in St Malo in January

In January, the beach at St Malo is not crowded at all. It's the coldest month of the year, and most people prefer staying indoors. There are no public holidays or special events during this month that would attract crowds to the beach.

Temperature in St Malo in January

The weather in January is slightly colder than the previous month. The average maximum temperature in St Malo in January is 9°C (48°F). The average maximum temperature is 9°C (48°F) in the previous month and 9°C (49°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in St Malo in January is 6°C (43°F). The average temperature is 6°C (43°F) in the previous month and 6°C (43°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in St Malo in January is 4°C (38°F). The minimum temperature is 4°C (38°F) in the previous month and 3°C (38°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in St Malo 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 slightly 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 8.7 per day in St Malo. The sunshine percentage is 27% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 2.4 hours of sunshine per day.

The ultraviolet index in St Malo 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 St Malo in January

The average sea water temperature in St Malo in January is 13.3°C (55.9°F) which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea. The sea temperature in January is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into February.

Rainfall in St Malo in January

January has a few more days of rain than the previous month. The average total rainfall in St Malo in January is 0.8cm (0.3inches) and on average there are 20 rainy days in January making it a wet time to visit the beach.

Humidity in St Malo in January

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in St Malo in January is 6°C (43°F) which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 6°C (44°F) in the previous month and 6°C (6°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in St Malo in January is typically 96%. The maximum relative humidity is 95.3% in the previous month and 94.5% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in St Malo in January is typically 85%. The average relative humidity is 84.2% in the previous month and 81.3% in the next month.

Wind Speed in St Malo in January

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

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

The average wind direction in St Malo in January is from the South-Southwest.

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