Chelmsford weather in January (Essex, United Kingdom)

Will it be warm or cold in Chelmsford this January? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

In January, the weather in Chelmsford generally includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. January is part of the winter season. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around 9°C, cooling off to about 3°C at night. With temperatures often at their lowest, this month is coldest of the year. Ideal for indoor activities, be sure to pack warm clothing.

Precipitation

Chelmsford in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 55 mm for the month. Typically around 17 days days of rainfall are expected.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 61 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

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

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

 

Chelmsford, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 9°C  

Chance of Rain 57%  

Precipitation 55 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Sunshine 61 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

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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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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