Chester-le-Street weather in January (Durham, United Kingdom)

What weather conditions can you expect in Chester-le-Street this January? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

In January, Chester-le-Street usually has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. January marks the winter season. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 8°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 3°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

Chester-le-Street in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 63 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 19 days of rain.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 59 hours of sun. It's 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 Chester-le-Street. July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Chester-le-Street, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 8°C  

Chance of Rain 62%  

Precipitation 63 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Sunshine 59 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Newcastle upon Tyne, the United Kingdom (13 KM, 8 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.

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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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