Launceston weather in January (Cornwall, United Kingdom)

What kind of weather does January bring to Launceston? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

In January, the weather in Launceston generally includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. Enjoy the winter season during this month. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 9°C, cooling down at night to around 4°C. The temperatures in January are often the mildest compared to the rest of the year.

Precipitation

Launceston in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 96 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 21 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 60 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Launceston. July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Launceston, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 4°C  

Max Temperature 9°C  

Chance of Rain 71%  

Precipitation 96 mm  

Rainy days 21 days  

Humidity 86% *  

Sunshine 60 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Plymouth, the United Kingdom (33 KM, 20 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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