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Buxton weather in January (Derbyshire, United Kingdom)

How does the January weather in Buxton compare to other months? Want to know if it's a good time to visit? This page has all the weather details for the month.

Temperatures

In January, Buxton typically experiences low temperatures and moderate rainfall. January is a notable month of the winter season. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 7°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 2°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Ensure you're prepared by packing appropriate winter gear.

Precipitation

Buxton in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 87 mm for the month. On average, there are about 22 days with rain during this month.

Average sunshine

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 48 hours hours of sunshine, suitable for those who prefer less sun.

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

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

 

Buxton, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 2°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 7°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 72%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 87 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 22 days  
HumidityHumidity 87% *  
SunshineSunshine 48 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Manchester, the United Kingdom (25 KM, 15 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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