Dordogne · WinterMonth summary
Dordogne weather in January
❌ Poor
🌡️ Temperature min / max
37°F – 48°F
🌧 Rainy days
43% of days
☀️ Sunshine
4.7h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Winter
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
3.8/10
📅 📅 Best month
July (9.0/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Dordogne in January?
❌ Poor
✅ Yes if: you enjoy winter atmosphere and the lowest prices of the year.
❌ No if: you're looking for sunshine or outdoor activities.
Our take: January is a difficult time for Dordogne. July (9.0/10) is much more favourable.
By trip type
Dordogne in January by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ❌ Not recommended
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in January
Winter in Dordogne is cool (9°F during the day). Days are short (4.7h of sunshine) but the city reveals a different side. Expect rain on 43% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌦️ January | 37°F | 48°F | 43% | 0.1in | 4.7h | 3.8/10 |
| ⛅ February | 39°F | 54°F | 37% | 0.1in | 7.3h | 4.7/10 |
| 🌦️ March | 43°F | 57°F | 44% | 0.1in | 9.4h | 5.4/10 |
| ⛅ April | 46°F | 63°F | 38% | 0.1in | 10.6h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 52°F | 68°F | 42% | 0.1in | 12.0h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 59°F | 77°F | 44% | 0.1in | 12.7h | 7.9/10 |
| ☀️ July | 63°F | 81°F | 24% | 0.1in | 13.7h | 9.0/10 |
| ☀️ August | 63°F | 82°F | 22% | 0.1in | 12.6h | 9.0/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 57°F | 75°F | 29% | 0.1in | 11.0h | 8.0/10 |
| ⛅ October | 52°F | 66°F | 35% | 0.1in | 8.6h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 45°F | 55°F | 43% | 0.1in | 7.1h | 4.5/10 |
| 🌦️ December | 39°F | 52°F | 41% | 0.1in | 5.3h | 4.1/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In January, Dordogne averages 48°F, 43% rainy days and 4.7h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 3.8/10.
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Comparison
January vs July (best month)
The best month is July (score 9.0/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +18°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : -19%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +9.0h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Dordogne in January
Is January a good time to visit Dordogne?
January is not recommended for Dordogne (score 3.8/10). With 43% rainy days and 4.7h of sunshine, consider July (9.0/10) instead.
What's the weather like in Dordogne in January?
It's cool with 48°F daytime and 37°F at night. 4.7h of sunshine per day. Pack warm clothes and favour indoor visits.
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