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Brighton Weather in January

In Brighton, January brings low daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), with nights cooling to -9°C (16°F). It is the driest month of the year, with minimal snow/rainfall.

Rainfall in Brighton in January

With the driest weather of the year, this month is a solid choice for exploring, even if you'll want to dress warmly. Typically around 4 days of snow/rainfall are expected, averaging 9.1 mm (0.4 in) for the month. Rain days are few and the total is low, so this is a largely dry month. Any showers that do occur tend to be brief.

Temperature in Brighton in January

Daytime highs in Brighton in January reach 7°C (45°F), with nights around -9°C (16°F). Experience the winter season in January. The days stay cool from start to finish. Layering up well will make outdoor time much more comfortable. At -9°C (16°F) overnight, frost and ice are likely outside. Indoors, consider packing an extra blanket if you're unsure about the heating.

Sunshine in Brighton in January

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 215 hours of sun. These sunny conditions help offset the cool temperatures, making it a pleasant month to explore outdoors.

January in Brighton has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

Brighton Temperature in January

Min Temperature
-9°C (16°F)
Max Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Chance of Rain
13%
Precipitation
9.1 mm (0.4 in)
Rainy days
4 days
Humidity
55% *
Sunshine
215 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
72% *
* Data from: Denver, the United States of America (26 KM, 16 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 Brighton in January

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Brighton in January. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Dry conditions mean you won't need to worry about rain protection. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Brighton 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
    2/10
  • Outdoor sports
    4/10

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