Hemel Hempstead weather in January (Hertfordshire, United Kingdom)

What does the weather outlook for Hemel Hempstead look like in January? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

Typically, January in Hemel Hempstead includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. January is part of winter. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 8°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 2°C. With temperatures often at their lowest, this month is coldest of the year. Ideal for indoor activities, be sure to pack warm clothing.

Precipitation

Hemel Hempstead in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 59 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 18 days this month are expected to have rain.

Average sunshine

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 62 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Hemel Hempstead. June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Hemel Hempstead, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 2°C  

Max Temperature 8°C  

Chance of Rain 60%  

Precipitation 59 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 80% *  

Sunshine 62 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 23% *  

* Data from: London, the United Kingdom (29 KM, 18 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.

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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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