Colchester Weather in January

Colchester in January sees low daytime temperatures of 9°C (48°F) and nighttime lows of 3°C (37°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 60 mm (2.4 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.

Rainfall in Colchester in January

Typically around 17 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 60 mm (2.4 in) for the month. Rain is frequent but mostly light this month, with brief showers more common than heavy downpours.

Temperature in Colchester in January

January in Colchester brings typical temperatures with highs around 9°C (48°F) and lows of 3°C (37°F). The winter season is characteristic of January. Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. 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. This month tends to bring the coldest weather of the year, so be sure to pack enough warm clothing to stay comfortable.

Sunshine in Colchester in January

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 61 hours of sunshine.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Colchester. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Colchester Temperature in January

Min Temperature 3°C (37°F)  

Max Temperature 9°C (48°F)  

Chance of Rain 56%  

Precipitation 60 mm (2.4 in)  

Rainy days 17 days  

Sunshine 61 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Chelmsford, the United Kingdom (34 KM, 21 Miles).

What to Wear in Colchester in January

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Colchester in January. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Colchester 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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