January 3 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Avignon. With minimal rain risk (14%) and pleasant highs of 10°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures.
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Essential Travel Info for Avignon
Currency
EUR
€ Euro
Language
French
Driving
Right side
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.895
Avignon Weather Forecast for January 3
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 10.2°C. 14% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Avignon in January
Based on historical data for January 3, Avignon typically experiences temperatures between 3.4°C and 10.2°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (14% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Avignon
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
10.2°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
3.4°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
8.2°C
❄️ Minor difference
Rain Chance
14%
Avg 0.9mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
57%
Overcast
Pressure
1019.3 hPa
High volatility
Avignon Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
✓ This date historically delivers consistent weather 79% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 267 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 401 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 668 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
6.7°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😐 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in France
Flight Traffic
N/A
0/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
N/A
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Avignon
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
08:16
☀️ Noon
12:46
🌇 Sunset
17:15
⏱️ Daylight
8h 59m
Wind Speed
20.5 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
5.5 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
79%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Avignon
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Avignon on January 3 averages 10.2°C with a 14% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 75/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Avignon Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Avignon Worth Visiting on January 3?
Planning a trip to Avignon on January 3? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 10.2°C with a 14% historical precipitation risk.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for France, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest January 3 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 17.8°C in 2018, while the coldest dropped to 0.6°C in 2017.