January · France
Best time to visit Serre Chevalier in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Serre Chevalier in January
Average temperature -5°C, 24 mm of rain, about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 76% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
8.0/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- -5°C
- Rainfall
- 24 mm
- Humidity
- 76%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 0
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
January in Serre Chevalier scores 8.0/10 for snow and ski travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around -5°C, 24 mm of rain, and roughly 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Serre Chevalier strings villages along a sunny Briançonnais valley with forest runs and a historic fort town nearby. Best window: the core winter snow season, with shoulder weeks for quieter slopes.
January in Serre Chevalier: strong conditions, 4th of 12
January averages -5°C (23°F) — deep-winter cold that dictates the whole trip: short outdoor stints, indoor plans on standby, and no expectation of long walking days.
Precipitation is light at 24 mm (mostly snow at altitude), with almost no days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 9 hours of daylight.
It scores 8/10 here, 4th of 12 months, against 9.1/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip, goggles and a helmet if you are not renting.
Figure on peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Serre Chevalier in January?
- In January, Serre Chevalier averages -5°C, 24 mm of rain, and about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.0/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Serre Chevalier?
- January earns a 8.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Serre Chevalier in January?
- Expect about 24 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 76% and there are about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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