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Cartmel Weather in January

January in Cartmel typically sees daytime highs of 8°C (46°F) and nighttime lows of 3°C (37°F). Rainfall is also possible this month, so it's worth packing an umbrella. It falls within the winter season.

Rainfall in Cartmel in January

Rain is expected on roughly 21 days, totalling around 154 mm (6.1 in) for the month. This is a wet month with frequent and often heavy showers. Both the number of rain days and the total rainfall are high.

Temperature in Cartmel in January

January in Cartmel sees highs of 8°C (46°F) and lows of 3°C (37°F) overnight. January is part of winter. Expect a cold feel throughout the day, not just in the mornings and evenings. Warm layers are essential. Nights drop to 3°C (37°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet. Since it's the coldest month of the year, you'll want to bundle up with extra layers and winter clothing.

Sunshine in Cartmel in January

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 57 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

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

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Cartmel Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 3°C (37°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 8°C (46°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 68%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 154 mm (6.1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 21 days  
SunshineSunshine 57 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Blackpool, the United Kingdom (43 KM, 26 Miles).

Best Places in the United Kingdom in January

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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 Cartmel in January

Cold weather calls for smart layering in January. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything! You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Cartmel 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
3/10
Outdoor sports
4/10

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