Paris in January
January in Paris brings highs around 46°F (8°C), lows near 38°F and about 10 rainy days. The sun sets around 5:21 pm. It's off season for sightseeing: cold and quieter.
Photo: Yann Caradec from Paris, France, CC BY-SA 2.0
What January is good for in Paris
Each activity rated for January's weather.
Cooking classesAny month
Hot air balloon ridesOff season in January
Helicopter toursOff season in January
Day tripsOff season in January
Boat toursOff season in January
Walking toursOff season in January
Bike toursOff season in January
Food toursOff season in January
Private toursOff season in January
Wine toursOff season in January
Sunset cruisesOff season in January
Segway toursOff season in January
January next to December and February
| Month | December | January | February |
|---|---|---|---|
| High | 46°F (8°C) | 46°F (8°C) | 48°F (9°C) |
| Low | 39°F (4°C) | 38°F (3°C) | 38°F (3°C) |
| Rainy days | 11 | 10 | 9 |
| Sunset | 4:54 pm | 5:21 pm | 6:10 pm |
| Daylight | 8 h 17 min | 8 h 42 min | 10 h 11 min |
Averages for Paris, 1991–2020; sunrise and sunset on the 15th.
Tours in Paris
Versailles Palace and Gardens Tour from ParisFrom $73View 
Paris City Center Free Walking Tour (Tip-Based)From $3View 
Paris Notre Dame Cathedral Guided Tour - Early AccessFrom $23View 
Paris Tootbus Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour (Optional Cruise)From $42View 
Paris Guided Tour with Access to Notre Dame or Sainte-ChapelleFrom $31View 
Paris Notre-Dame Interior or Exterior Walking TourFrom $45View
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Questions
Is January a good time to visit Paris?
It's off season for sightseeing: cold and quieter. The most comfortable months overall are April, June, July, August and September.
How hot is Paris in January?
Average highs are about 46°F (8°C) and lows about 38°F (3°C).
Does it rain much in Paris in January?
January averages 10 rainy days, against 11 in the wettest month.
