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Bournemouth weather in January (Dorset, United Kingdom)

What's the typical weather in Bournemouth for January? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

During January, Bournemouth usually has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. January is known for being in the winter season. Anticipate daytime highs near 10°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 5°C.

Precipitation

Bournemouth in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 90 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 17 days with rain.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 63 hours hours of sunshine. 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 Bournemouth. July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Bournemouth, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 5°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 10°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 58%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 90 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 91% *  
SunshineSunshine 63 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 17% *  
Data from: Southampton, the United Kingdom (39 KM, 24 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.

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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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