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Chester in January sees low temperatures, with highs around 9°C (48°F) and overnight lows of 3°C (37°F). Rainfall is fairly high at around 67 mm (2.6 in) on average, so pack waterproofs just in case.
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51-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Chester typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 9°C (48°F). Nights are cold, with lows around 2°C (36°F).
51-year average (1976-2026)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Chester spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 49 years of weather observations in Chester between 1976 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.
Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of the United Kingdom in January →
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).
We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Chester in January. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. With limited sunshine expected, sunglasses aren't a priority for packing.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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