Wales - United Kingdom weather in January 2026
January
Wales - United Kingdom weather in January 2026
January
Day
8 °C
Night
3 °C
Sea
8 °C
Precipitation
95 mm
in month
Rainy days
16 days
in month
Daylight
8 hours
average
Sunshine
2 hours
average
Humidity
89 %
Day
8 °C
Night
3 °C
Sea
8 °C
Precipitation
95 mm
in month
Rainy days
16 days
in month
Daylight
8 hours
average
Sunshine
2 hours
average
Humidity
89 %
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In January in Wales, the average air temperature ranges from 8 °C (47 °F) during the day to 3 °C (38 °F) at night. There are 16 days of rain on average, where the rainfall is 95 mm (3.75 in).
Are there good conditions to visit in January in Wales?
In January there are not good conditions to visit Wales. A relatively low temperature of 8 °C (47 °F) may be ideal for walking or outdoor activities, but some people may have a different idea of the holiday. The night temperature of 3 °C (38 °F) is not inviting for evening and night activities except for visiting a bar and having beer or two.
What is the temperature in Wales during the day in January?
In January in Wales, the average daily temperatures will be 8 °C (47 °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 night temperature in Wales in January?
The average night temperature in Wales in January is 3 °C (38 °F). The nights will be cool, layers of clothes will be needed for evening and morning walks, the hotel should be equipped with heating.
How many days of precipitation on average can I expect in Wales in January?
There are 16 days, which are rainy in January in Wales, 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 3.8 days of the week, or in general - 54 % days.
How long is the day (from dawn till dusk) in Wales in January?
The length of daylight in Wales in January is 8 hours.
What is the rainfall intensity in Wales in January?
There is precipitation of 95 mm (3.75 in) in January in Wales, which means 3 mm (0.13 in) rainfall per day on average.
How windy is Wales in January?
An average wind scale that can be expected in Wales in January is 6. It is rather a stronger wind, which lowers the sensible temperature and cools down.
Is January part of the wet season in Wales?
No, there is no wet season in January in Wales - you can expect 16 days of rain during the month.
Is January part of the dry season in Wales?
No, January is not a dry month in Wales, expect rain approximately 16 days in a month.
Is it freezing in Wales in January?
It is not very likely that you will experience freezing in Wales in January, daily temperatures will rise to 3 °C (38 °F).
How humid is Wales in January?
In January in Wales, expect humidity around 89 %. This humidity is rather above average, but except for sensitive individuals, it should not be a problem.
Is Wales rainier in January than in February?
Yes, Wales is a rainier January than in February.
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