Basildon weather in January (Essex, United Kingdom)

What does the weather outlook for Basildon look like in January? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

In January, Basildon usually has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. The month of January belongs to the winter season. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 9°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 3°C. The coldest month of the year calls for plenty of warm layers. Be sure to pack your winter gear.

Precipitation

Basildon in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 55 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 17 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 61 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Basildon. June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Basildon, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 9°C  

Chance of Rain 57%  

Precipitation 55 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Sunshine 61 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Chelmsford, the United Kingdom (17 KM, 10 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

4/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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