What is the weather like in Avignon in January?

Expect temperatures between 3°C and 10°C with 16% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Avignon in January?

Avignon in January scores 65/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Very good conditions overall.

Who should visit Avignon in January?

January in Avignon is ideal for: Cultural tourists, Business travelers.

Avignon Weather in January | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

10°C

Hottest around day 31

Avg Low

3°C

Coolest around day 14

Rainy Days

0days

16% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Winter season

Essential Travel Info for Avignon

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Currency

EUR

€ Euro

Language

French

Driving

Right side

Safety

High Safety

GPI: 1.895

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Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

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COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis A

Consider hepatitis A vaccination for most travelers. It is recommended for travelers who will be doing higher risk activities, such as visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas where a traveler might get infected through food or water. It is recommended for travelers who plan on eating street food.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to France. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to France.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in France.If rabies exposures occur while in France, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

Tick-borne Encephalitis

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Is January a Good Time to Visit Avignon?

👍Very good conditions overall(65/100)

Short Answer

January is excellent for visiting Avignon: comfortable 10°C temperatures, only 16% rain risk, and 6.3h of daily sunshine create ideal conditions for exploration.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Leishmaniasis, Zika

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

50% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Rich cultural heritage

4 UNESCO World Heritage sites nearby

Exceptional dining scene

46 Michelin-listed restaurants

Good For

🏛️
Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

👴
Elderly travelers
76% humidity creates difficult conditions

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Avignon in January averages 10°C with 16% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Avignon in January

What are the temperatures in Avignon in January?

Daytime highs average 10°C, nights drop to 3°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Avignon in January?

Expect around 0 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Avignon in January?

Warm winter clothing: insulated jacket, boots, gloves.

Is January peak season in Avignon?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Avignon Weather in January

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