January 1 is generally a great time to visit Paris. While there is a slight chance of rain (25%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 8°C weather. It's a great middle-ground for visiting Paris—enough activity to feel the pulse, but no overwhelming lines. Note: January 1 is New Year's Day in Paris, so expect special events, closures, and festive atmosphere.
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Essential Travel Info for Paris
Currency
EUR
€ Euro
Language
French
Driving
Right side
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Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.895
Paris Weather Forecast for January 1
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 8.1°C. 25% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Paris in January
Based on historical data for January 1, Paris typically experiences temperatures between 3.2°C and 8.1°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (25% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Paris
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
8.1°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
3.2°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
5°C
❄️ Slightly colder
Snow Chance
25%
Avg 1.6mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.1 cm
~25% chance
Pressure
1017.7 hPa
High volatility
Paris Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 80% 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
🔴 400 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 600 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 1000 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
6.1°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😕 Best outdoor time:
Midday (11 AM - 3 PM) when warmest
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Holiday
New Year's Day
Flight Traffic
Moderate
42/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~541
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Paris
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
08:45
☀️ Noon
12:55
🌇 Sunset
17:05
⏱️ Daylight
8h 19m
Wind Speed
20 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
3.0 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
87%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Paris
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
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Paris on January 1 averages 8.1°C with a 25% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 54/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Paris Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
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Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Paris Worth Visiting on January 1?
Planning a trip to Paris on January 1? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 8.1°C with a 25% historical precipitation risk.
🎉 Local Event: The date coincides with New Year's Day, which may influence local business hours and event availability.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 541 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating peak tourist activity.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for France, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest January 1 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 15.5°C in 2023, while the coldest dropped to -3.9°C in 2017.