In January, the weather along the Voie d'Arles varies considerably across the Occitanie and Nouvelle-Aquitaine regions. The temperatures are generally cold, with highs ranging from low single digits to mid-teens °C, and lows occasionally dropping below freezing. Rain is frequent but varies in intensity, with moderate to heavy rain showers occurring intermittently. Cloud cover is common, although there are sporadic sunny spells. As one progresses through these regions, different local weather patterns can be expected, contributing to a diverse and dynamic climatic experience.
Starting from Arles, the month begins with overcast skies and intermittent heavy rain showers. Temperatures fluctuate between 7°C and 17°C during the day, dropping to as low as 1°C at night. As the journey moves through Saint-Gilles and Gallargues-le-Montueux, the weather remains predominantly cloudy with occasional sunny days, while precipitation lessens to occasional patchy rain. Continuing through Vendargues and Montpellier, brief sunny periods contrast with the persistent clouds and light rain showers. As one approaches Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert, the weather becomes more variable, with sunny days interspersed with moderate rain showers, and temperatures range from moderate highs to lows near freezing.
Further along the route, towns like Saint-Jean-de-la-Blaquière and Lodève experience heavier rainfall with occasional heavy downpours, yet periods of dry, sunny weather do occur. The pattern continues through Lunas and Saint-Gervais-sur-Mare, where rain remains a constant companion. In Murat-sur-Vèbre, temperatures plummet, escalating from mild freezing conditions to bouts of light freezing rain.
Entering Vidouze, the region experiences frequent heavy rain showers with temperatures occasionally climbing to 16°C. The path meanders through Morlaàs and Lescar, where overcast weather dominates with recurring rain showers, alternating with clear, sunny days. In Oloron-Sainte-Marie, periods of heavy rainfall are prevalent, whereas Borce endures colder temperatures with periods of moderate snow positioned amidst sporadic sunshine. The journey concludes at Somport, where conditions are particularly brisk. Moderate to heavy snow showers characterize this segment of the trail, with temperatures frequently dipping below zero.
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