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England - United Kingdom weather in January 2026

United Kingdom

England - United Kingdom weather in January 2026

 

Day

8 °C

 

Night

2 °C

 

Sea

8 °C

 

Precipitation

67 mm

in month

 

Rainy days

13 days

in month

 

Daylight

8 hours

average

 

Sunshine

2 hours

average

 

Humidity

90 %

 

Day

8 °C

 

Night

2 °C

 

Sea

8 °C

 

Precipitation

67 mm

in month

 

Rainy days

13 days

in month

 

Daylight

8 hours

average

 

Sunshine

2 hours

average

 

Humidity

90 %

Overview: England - United Kingdom
In England in January, the average air temperature ranges from 8 °C (46 °F) during the day to 2 °C (35 °F) at night. There are 13 days of rain on average, where the rainfall is 67 mm (2.64 in).

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Weather overview

In England in January, the average air temperature ranges from 8 °C (46 °F) during the day to 2 °C (35 °F) at night. There are 13 days of rain on average, where the rainfall is 67 mm (2.64 in).

Are there good conditions to visit in England in January?

In January there are not good conditions to visit England. A relatively low temperature of 8 °C (46 °F) may be ideal for walking or outdoor activities, but some people may have a different idea of the holiday. The night temperature of 2 °C (35 °F) is not inviting for evening and night activities except for visiting a bar and having beer or two.

How many days of precipitation on average can I expect in England in January?

There are 13 days, which are rainy in England in January, that is, days with precipitation more than 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 3.0 days of the week, or in general - 43 % days.

What is the temperature in England during the day in January?

The average daily temperature in England in January is 8 °C (46 °F). Be sure to pack warm clothes, including a jacket and a warm sweater. On some days it may occasionally freeze, but with stronger winds, the feeling of cold may increase.

What is the rainfall intensity in January in England?

In England in January, there is 67 mm (2.64 in) rainfall, which means on average 2 mm (0.09 in) rainfall per day.

Is January part of the wet season in England?

No, there is no wet season in January in England - you can expect 13 days of rain during the month.

How humid is England in January?

Humidity in England in January is 90 %. This humidity is rather above average, but except for sensitive individuals, it should not be a problem.

Is England rainier in January than in February?

Yes, England is a rainier January than in February.

How many sunny hours can I expect in England in January?

There is an average length of sunshine of 2 hours per day in England in January.

Is it freezing in January in England?

It is possible that it will be freezing in January in England, night temperatures will be 2 °C (35 °F) on average.

How does the sea temperature evolve during the month in January in England?

England has a decreasing trend of the sea temperature during January - from 9 °C (48 °F) in the first days of the month to 7 °C (45 °F) in the last days of the month.

How windy is it in January in England?

In England in January, there will be an average wind scale of 5.

How long is the day (from dawn till dusk) in England in January?

The length of daylight in England in January is 8 hours.

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