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Temperature in The United Kingdom in January

In the United Kingdom in January the average maximum daytime temperatures are low and range from 4°C in Inverey to 12°C in Hugh Town. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C in Hugh Town and -1°C in Inverey. In January, it is winter. On average, it is one of the coldest months of the year.

What is the temperature of the different cities in the United Kingdom in January?

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Legend very warm warm pleasant moderate cold very cold
Very warm means maximum temperatures above 30°C. Warm: 22°C to 30°C. Pleasant: 18°C to 22°C Moderate: 12°C to 18°C. Cold: 2°C to 12°C. Very cold: lower than 2°C

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  • What is the warmest city in January in the United Kingdom?
    • According to our recent database analysis, Hugh Town is the warmest city. It experiences an average maximum daytime temperature of approximately 12°C and rarely drops below 9°C during the night.

  • What is the coldest city in January in the United Kingdom?
    • In our database, Inverey is the chilliest city in January in the United Kingdom. Daytime temperatures typically peak at 4°C, while the nighttime lows hover around -1°C.

  • How much sun does the United Kingdom get in January?
    • London experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 62 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days

  • What is the water's temperature in January?
    • The water temperature averages approximately 10°C in Southampton this month, so not the best month to swim.

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