Canterbury Weather in January
In Canterbury, January brings low daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), with nights cooling to 4°C (39°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.
Rainfall in Canterbury in January
Typically, about 17 days will experience rainfall, with an average of 65 mm (2.6 in) for the month. Rain is frequent but mostly light this month, with brief showers more common than heavy downpours.
Temperature in Canterbury in January
Expect highs of 9°C (48°F) in Canterbury in January, with nights dropping to around 4°C (39°F). Experience the winter season in January. Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. At 4°C (39°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions. This is usually the coldest month of the year, so be sure to prepare with plenty of winter gear.
Sunshine in Canterbury in January
The city usually sees around 52 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. July, August and September typically offer the best weather for Canterbury.
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Canterbury Temperature in January
Min Temperature
4°C (39°F)
Max Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Chance of Rain
58%
Precipitation
65 mm (2.6 in)
Rainy days
17 days
Sunshine
52 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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Best Places in the United Kingdom in January
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What to Wear in Canterbury in January
Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Canterbury 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. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. With limited sunshine expected, sunglasses aren't a priority for packing.What To Do in Canterbury in January
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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