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Chester-le-Street Weather in January

January in Chester-le-Street brings low temperatures, with daytime highs of 8°C (46°F) and nights around 3°C (37°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 63 mm (2.5 in), so pack an umbrella.

Rainfall in Chester-le-Street in January

Typically, about 19 days will experience rainfall, with an average of 63 mm (2.5 in) for the month. Expect plenty of grey, overcast days rather than intense storms. The rain rarely amounts to much on any given day.

Temperature in Chester-le-Street in January

January in Chester-le-Street brings low temperatures, with highs of 8°C (46°F) and nights around 3°C (37°F). The winter season is characteristic of January. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. Nights drop to 3°C (37°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet. It is the coldest month of the year, so be sure to pack proper winter clothing for the conditions.Pack accordingly with warm clothes.

Sunshine in Chester-le-Street in January

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 59 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. July and August typically offer the best weather for Chester-le-Street.

Chester-le-Street Temperature in January

Min Temperature
3°C (37°F)
Max Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Chance of Rain
62%
Precipitation
63 mm (2.5 in)
Rainy days
19 days
Sunshine
59 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Newcastle upon Tyne, the United Kingdom (13 KM, 8 Miles).

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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).

What to Wear in Chester-le-Street in January

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Chester-le-Street 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.

What To Do in Chester-le-Street in January

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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