Cheltenham weather in January (Gloucestershire, United Kingdom)
What is the weather forecast for Cheltenham in January? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.
Temperatures
In January, Cheltenham usually has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. January ushers in the winter season. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 9°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 2°C. During the coldest month of the year, be prepared to bundle up with heavy winter gear.
Precipitation
Cheltenham in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 64 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 18 days of rain.Average sunshine
The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 54 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Cheltenham. June, July and August typically offer 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 Cheltenham climate page with graphs.
Cheltenham, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
2°C
Max Temperature
9°C
Chance of Rain
60%
Precipitation
64 mm
Rainy days
18 days
Sunshine
54 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.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
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.
Interested in more climate information?
This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Cheltenham.
Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to the United Kingdom? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in the United Kingdom. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
