Castleton weather in January (Derbyshire, United Kingdom)

How is January weather typically in Castleton? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

The month of January in Castleton typically brings low temperatures and moderate rainfall. January marks the winter season. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 7°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 1°C. With temperatures often at their lowest, this month is coldest of the year. Ideal for indoor activities, be sure to pack warm clothing.

Precipitation

Castleton in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 85 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 21 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 51 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Castleton. July and August typically offer 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 Castleton climate page with graphs.

 

Castleton, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 1°C  

Max Temperature 7°C  

Chance of Rain 71%  

Precipitation 85 mm  

Rainy days 21 days  

Sunshine 51 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Sheffield, the United Kingdom (20 KM, 12 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.

Weather conditions Weather

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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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