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Christchurch weather in January (Dorset, United Kingdom)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Christchurch this January? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

In January, Christchurch typically experiences low temperatures and moderate rainfall. During January, the winter season is in full swing. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 10°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 5°C.

Precipitation

Christchurch in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 99 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 17 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 63 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 Christchurch. July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Christchurch, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 5°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 10°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 58%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 99 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 91% *  
SunshineSunshine 63 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 17% *  
Data from: Southampton, the United Kingdom (32 KM, 19 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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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

Interested in more climate information?

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