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Barking Weather in January

January in Barking brings low temperatures, with daytime highs of 9°C (48°F) and nights around 3°C (37°F). Expect around 57 mm (2.2 in) of rainfall during the month.

Rainfall in Barking in January

Historically, the month has about 16 days of rain, averaging 57 mm (2.2 in) in total. This is a month with many wet days but modest rainfall totals, so showers are generally light and easy to manage.

Temperature in Barking in January

Daytime highs in Barking in January reach 9°C (48°F), with nights around 3°C (37°F). January marks the winter season. Expect a cold feel throughout the day, not just in the mornings and evenings. Warm layers are essential. With lows around 3°C (37°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep. During the coldest month of the year, be prepared to bundle up with heavy winter gear.

Sunshine in Barking in January

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 61 hours of sunshine.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Barking. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Barking Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 3°C (37°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 9°C (48°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 55%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 57 mm (2.2 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
SunshineSunshine 61 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Chelmsford, the United Kingdom (34 KM, 21 Miles).

Best Places in the United Kingdom in January

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Barking in January

Cold weather calls for smart layering in January. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Barking in January

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

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
4/10
Walking
4/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
4/10

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