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Benson Weather in January

January in Benson brings low temperatures around 9°C (48°F) during the day, dropping to 2°C (36°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 60 mm (2.4 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Benson in January

You can expect rain on roughly 17 days based on historical data, averaging 60 mm (2.4 in) for the month. This is a month with many wet days but modest rainfall totals, so showers are generally light and easy to manage.

Temperature in Benson in January

January in Benson sees highs of 9°C (48°F) and lows of 2°C (36°F) overnight. During January, you'll experience the winter season. Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. Nights drop to 2°C (36°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet. It's often the coldest month of the year, a perfect time to cozy up indoors. Make sure to bring along suitable winter clothing.

Sunshine in Benson in January

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 64 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

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

Benson Temperature in January

Min Temperature
2°C (36°F)
Max Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Chance of Rain
56%
Precipitation
60 mm (2.4 in)
Rainy days
17 days
Sunshine
64 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Oxford, the United Kingdom (17 KM, 10 Miles).

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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 Benson in January

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Benson in January. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Benson 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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