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Ellesmere Port Weather in January

January in Ellesmere Port averages 9°C (48°F) during the day and 3°C (37°F) at night. Quite a bit of rainfall is typical this month, with around 71 mm (2.8 in) on average. An umbrella is a good idea.

Rainfall in Ellesmere Port in January

Typically, about 19 days will experience rainfall, with an average of 71 mm (2.8 in) for the month. Rain is frequent but mostly light this month, with brief showers more common than heavy downpours.

Temperature in Ellesmere Port in January

Daytime temperatures in Ellesmere Port reach 9°C (48°F) in January, dropping to 3°C (37°F) at night. During January, the winter season is in full swing. It stays cool throughout the day, so warm layers are a good idea from morning to evening. At 3°C (37°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions. During the coldest month of the year, be prepared to bundle up with heavy winter gear.

Sunshine in Ellesmere Port in January

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 55 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

January in Ellesmere Port has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Ellesmere Port Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 3°C (37°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 9°C (48°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 62%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 71 mm (2.8 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
HumidityHumidity 85% *  
SunshineSunshine 55 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Liverpool, the United Kingdom (15 KM, 9 Miles).

Best Places in the United Kingdom in January

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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 Ellesmere Port in January

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Ellesmere Port 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 Ellesmere Port 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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