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Cornwall Weather in January

With daytime temperatures of -2°C (28°F) and nighttime lows of -10°C (14°F), January in Cornwall brings very low temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of snowfall is typical. Around 96 mm (3.8 in) falls on average.

Rainfall in Cornwall in January

Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 16 days with snow, averaging 96 mm (3.8 in) for the month. Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.

Temperature in Cornwall in January

Daytime highs in Cornwall in January reach -2°C (28°F), with nights around -10°C (14°F). The month of January belongs to the winter season. It stays very cold throughout much of the day, so warm winter clothing is essential. At -10°C (14°F) overnight, frost and ice are likely outside. Indoors, consider packing an extra blanket if you're unsure about the heating. It is a very cold month, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm. It's always better to be prepared than to find oneself shivering in the cold.

Sunshine in Cornwall in January

You can expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 109 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and overcast.

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Cornwall Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -10°C (14°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -2°C (28°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 54%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 96 mm (3.8 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
SunshineSunshine 109 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 38% *  
* Data from: Charlottetown, Canada (6 KM, 4 Miles).

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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 (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 Cornwall in January

It's wise to bundle up for freezing conditions in Cornwall in January. If you have a winter jacket with good insulation, waterproof winter boots, thermal layers, and warm accessories it's smart to pack them. Hand and foot warmers can be lifesavers, especially during the night. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Cornwall in January

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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