Paris in January

My husband and I will be in Paris from 21st to 26th January- what kind of weather should we be prepared for? I%26#39;ve heard it%26#39;s bitterly cold and it rains most days this time of the year! Is it really a bad time to visit Paris?

Any suggestions on what kind of things we can do in Paris considering the weather? We%26#39;ve been before (in the summer) and done most sights- this time just want to soak in the place

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It is cold, but it is also a nice, quiet time of year to come, with the art exhibits and theater season in full swing and most tourist somewhere else. I am a big art fan and I am generally to be found soaking up the various exhibits at the Beaubourg, Grand Palais, and throughout the city. Sitting at the window of a local cafe and watching the city go by is another fun activity.

Also, It may rain everyday, but you will often have entire weeks where it rains just for a few hours each day, making touring quite pleasant.

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if you want to do some shopping January is a good time . The sales start on 12/1 and run till late in February . The main department stores Galeries Lafayette and Printemps resemble a rugby scrum most of the time . I prefer to go to the department store on the left bank Le Bon Marche - nearest metro is Sevres Babylone

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Paris anytime of year is wonderful. I think every season has it%26#39;s advantages. You will enjoy fewer crowds and the the winter sky and perhaps a few snow flakes make for enchanting scenery in Paris. Although it is cold, I like to look at the bright side that winter evening lows (30s?) are really somewhat mild in climate! It won%26#39;t warm up much from that during the day, but it is tolerable if you bring a good scarf, gloves and a good coat! The best passtime in Paris, walking, will warm you up too!