Castleford weather in January (West Yorkshire, United Kingdom)

Will it be warm or cold in Castleford this January? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

Typically, January in Castleford includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. January is typically considered a winter month. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 8°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 2°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year, making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

Precipitation

Castleford in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 61 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 18 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 32 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 Castleford. July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Castleford, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 2°C  

Max Temperature 8°C  

Chance of Rain 61%  

Precipitation 61 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Sunshine 32 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 13% *  

Data from: Leeds, the United Kingdom (15 KM, 9 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in January

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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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