January · France
Best time to visit Chamonix in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Chamonix in January
Average temperature 0°C, 168 mm of rain, about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 65% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
8.3/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 0°C
- Rainfall
- 168 mm
- Humidity
- 65%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 19
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
January in Chamonix scores 8.3/10 for snow and ski travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 0°C, 168 mm of rain, and roughly 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Alpine ski slopes and glacial panoramas reach their peak in the crisp, snow-laden heart of January.
January in Chamonix — the year's strongest window
January averages 0°C (31°F), cold enough that sightseeing works in bursts rather than in one long day on foot.
At 168 mm of water-equivalent precipitation this is a snowy month at resort level — that is snowpack, not lost days — with about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 9.1 hours of daylight.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Chamonix at 8.3/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip, a waterproof shell rather than an umbrella, goggles and a helmet if you are not renting.
Plan for peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Chamonix in January?
- In January, Chamonix averages 0°C, 168 mm of rain, and about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.3/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Chamonix?
- January earns a 8.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Chamonix in January?
- Expect about 168 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 65% and there are about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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