Ambleside weather in January (Cumbria, United Kingdom)

What is the weather forecast for Ambleside in January? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

Typically, January in Ambleside includes low temperatures and high rainfall. January is typically considered a winter month. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 7°C. But by evening, they drop to around 2°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year, making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

Precipitation

Ambleside in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 148 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 22 days of rain.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 57 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Ambleside. May, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Ambleside climate page with graphs.

 

Ambleside, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 2°C  

Max Temperature 7°C  

Chance of Rain 72%  

Precipitation 148 mm  

Rainy days 22 days  

Sunshine 57 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Blackpool, the United Kingdom (68 KM, 42 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in January

Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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