January Rainfall and Precipitation in The United Kingdom
Monthly rainfall totals, rainy days and the driest cities across the United Kingdom in January.
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
The United Kingdom precipitation in January: frequently asked questions
How much rainfall does the United Kingdom receive in January?
London sees moderate rainfall in January, averaging around 60 mm (2.4 in). Most days stay dry, with the occasional shower.
How many days does it rain in the United Kingdom in January?
London sees roughly 18 days rainy days during January.
Is January part of the rainy season in the United Kingdom?
Not really. January is outside the wettest stretch of the year in the United Kingdom.
What is the wettest city in January in the United Kingdom?
Looking at our data, Cullipool tops the wettest-cities list in the United Kingdom for January, with monthly rainfall averaging 277 mm (11 in).
What is the driest city in January in the United Kingdom?
Based on our database, South Clifton sees the least rainfall in the United Kingdom in January, with around 52 mm (2 in) on average.
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