The month in detail
What to expect in January
In January, Monaco sees 12°C during the day with 4.8h of sunshine per day. Rain risk remains low (19% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities.
January ranks 11 out of 12 months in Monaco.
This month's conditions
What it's like in January
UV index
2 · low
no protection needed
Feels like
dry air
2°
Sea
15°C
cold, for the brave
Daylight
9.1h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 22
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Is January the right month?
The best month in Monaco is July (9.4/10), 5.1 pts higher than January.
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Plan your trip
Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach holiday.
Country · Monaco
🗣️LanguageFrench
💶CurrencyEuro (€)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘVery expensive · 5/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthAugust · 28°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 12°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘApril · 24%
🏖️ Beach holiday
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
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Other destinations in January
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Location
Where is Monaco ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
MonacoTemperate oceanic climate with a 9.4 → 4.3 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
43.74°N · 7.42°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Monaco?
July is the best month with 27.0°C highs, 21.0°C lows, 10.6h of sunshine and 5.0% rainy days. The months of July & August offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Monaco get in July?
Monaco averages 10.6 sunshine hours per day in July. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 9.3/10.
What is the rainiest month in Monaco?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Monaco in July?
In July, overnight lows reach 21.0°C, while afternoon highs average 27.0°C.
Is Monaco good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Monaco scores 4.1/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains July with a score of 9.3/10.
When should you avoid Monaco?
January is the most difficult month to visit Monaco, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Monaco in January?
In January, the sea averages 15°C in Monaco: cold, for the brave. Best left to hardened swimmers or those with a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Monaco in January?
The average UV index reaches 2 in January in Monaco (low), with about 9.1h of daylight. No protection needed.