Harpenden weather in January (Hertfordshire, United Kingdom)

How is January weather typically in Harpenden? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

The month of January in Harpenden typically brings low temperatures and moderate rainfall. Winter occurs in January. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 8°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 2°C. The month is typically the coldest, so be sure to prepare by packing plenty of warm clothing.

Precipitation

Harpenden in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 58 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 18 days with rain.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 53 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Harpenden. June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Harpenden, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 2°C  

Max Temperature 8°C  

Chance of Rain 60%  

Precipitation 58 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Sunshine 53 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Milton Keynes, the United Kingdom (36 KM, 22 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.

Weather conditions Weather

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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 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

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