Harwich Weather in January

With daytime temperatures of 9°C (48°F) and nighttime lows of 4°C (39°F), January in Harwich brings low temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is typical. Around 68 mm (2.7 in) falls on average.

Rainfall in Harwich in January

Typically, you can expect about 17 days of rain this month, with 68 mm (2.7 in) on average. Rain is frequent but mostly light this month, with brief showers more common than heavy downpours.

Temperature in Harwich in January

Harwich in January gets highs of 9°C (48°F) during the day and drops to 4°C (39°F) at night. During January, the winter season is in full swing. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. Nights fall to 4°C (39°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.

Sunshine in Harwich in January

The city usually sees around 61 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Harwich. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Harwich Temperature in January

Min Temperature 4°C (39°F)  

Max Temperature 9°C (48°F)  

Chance of Rain 56%  

Precipitation 68 mm (2.7 in)  

Rainy days 17 days  

Sunshine 61 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Chelmsford, the United Kingdom (60 KM, 37 Miles).

What to Wear in Harwich in January

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Harwich in January. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Sunglasses aren't essential this month, though you might want them for the occasional bright moment.

What To Do in Harwich 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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