United Kingdom in january: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
Weather in United Kingdom in january 2025
Below, you have access to the weather forecast for the month of january for most popular cities in United Kingdom. These datas are statistics for the month of january from weather reports for over 10 years. The percentage indicates the possibility of having the weather mentioned.
Average weather in january in England
very bad weather 66.5cm
Weather at 6am
40°F
Partly Cloudy
26% of time
25%
18%
13%
Weather at 12pm
45°F
Cloudy
33% of time
25%
25%
9%
Weather at 6pm
41°F
Cloudy
30% of time
23%
22%
8%
Weather at 3am
41°F
23%
21%
18%
13%
Where to go in United Kingdom in january?
Where to go in United Kingdom in january: destination map
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Where to go in each region in january?
| England (London, Jersey, Manchester...) | 41°F to 52°F | 2 à 12 days | very bad weather* |
| North Ireland (Belfast, Derry (Londonderry), Armagh...) | 43°F to 47°F | 3 à 10 days | very bad weather |
| Scotland (Edinburgh, Glasgow, Inverness...) | 38°F to 47°F | 1 à 17 days | very bad weather |
| Wales (Cardiff, Pembrokeshire, Swansea...) | 40°F to 49°F | 4 à 12 days | very bad weather* |
Where should you go in United Kingdom in january when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in United Kingdom in january ranges from bad to very bad depending on the region and city.
The month of january is one of the worst month for spending holidays in United Kingdom. The climate in England, North Ireland, Scotland and Wales and everywhere in the country is ver bad. It's cold, the sun is not there all the time and you take the risk of getting wet by rain very frequently wherever you go.
Climate in United Kingdom in january
Climate in England in january
In the month of january, maximum temperature is 47°F and minimum temperature is 40°F (for an average temperature of 43°F). The climate is quite more than very fresh in that locality in january. Plan a sweater! With barely 2.6in over 5 days, rainfall is infrequent throughout your journey.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 43°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 47°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 40°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 49°F | ||
| Rainfall | 2.6in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 5 day(s) (15%) | ||
| Humidity | 91% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 6 | ||
| Cloud cover | 58% | ||
| Length of day | 08:22 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
Climate in Scotland in january
In the month of january, maximum temperature is 43°F and minimum temperature is 38°F (for an average temperature of 40°F). The climate is quite more than very fresh around this city in this month. Do not forget to cover yourself! With barely 3.2in over 6 days, rain may be scarce during your holidays.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 40°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 43°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 38°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 46°F | ||
| Rainfall | 3.2in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 6 day(s) (20%) | ||
| Humidity | 90% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 6 | ||
| Cloud cover | 58% | ||
| Length of day | 07:38 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
Climate in Northern Ireland in january
In january, maximum temperature is 45°F and minimum temperature is 40°F (for an average temperature of 43°F). The climate is rather more than very fresh in that locality in the month of january. Bring warm clothes! With just 4.3in over 7 days, rain may be scarce for your trip.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 43°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 45°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 40°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 48°F | ||
| Rainfall | 4.3in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 7 day(s) (24%) | ||
| Humidity | 91% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 6 | ||
| Cloud cover | 63% | ||
| Length of day | 07:53 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
Climate in Wales in january
In january, the mean temperature in Wales is 45°F (maximum temperature is 47°F and minimum temperature is 41°F). The climate is rather more than very fresh around this city in the month of january. Do not forget to take with you warm clothes! With just 2.6in over 4 days, the rain will not be a problem throughout your journey.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 45°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 47°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 41°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 49°F | ||
| Rainfall | 2.6in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 4 day(s) (14%) | ||
| Humidity | 89% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 6 | ||
| Cloud cover | 58% | ||
| Length of day | 08:22 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
All cities in United Kingdom in january
| England in january | very bad weather |
| Scotland in january | very bad weather |
| North Ireland in january | very bad weather |
| Wales in january | very bad weather |
Weather data for United Kingdom in january:
Weather data for United Kingdom in january is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in United Kingdom. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in United Kingdom can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to United Kingdom.