Temperature in The United Kingdom in January

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across the United Kingdom this January.

The United Kingdom, experiences low average maximum daytime temperatures in January, ranging from 4°C (39°F) in Inverey to 12°C (54°F) in Hugh Town. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C (48°F) in Hugh Town and -1°C (30°F) in Inverey. The month of January is in the winter season. 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?

Explore the map below to discover average January temperatures at the top destinations in the United Kingdom. For a deeper dive, simply click on any destination dot.

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Best Places to Visit in the United Kingdom in January

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in January: blue is cold, red is hot.

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The United Kingdom temperatures in January: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in the United Kingdom in January?

Daytime temperatures in London typically peak at 9°C (48°F) in January, putting it in the low range.

How cold does it get at night in the United Kingdom in January?

After dark, London cools to about 3°C (37°F) on an average January night.

What is the warmest city in January in the United Kingdom?

Hugh Town tops the warmest city list in our database with average maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and a minimum nighttime temperature of around 9°C (48°F).

What is the coldest city in January in the United Kingdom?

Our database indicates that in January, Inverey is the city with the coolest temperatures in the United Kingdom. You can expect daytime highs of 4°C (39°F) and nighttime lows close to -1°C (30°F).

How much sun does the United Kingdom get in January?

London usually sees around 62 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

What is the water temperature in January?

The water temperature averages approximately 10°C (50°F) in Southampton this month, generally too cold for comfortable swimming.

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