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Lowestoft Weather in January
January in Lowestoft averages 9°C (48°F) during the day and 4°C (39°F) at night. Quite a bit of rainfall is typical this month, with around 72 mm (2.8 in) on average. An umbrella is a good idea.
Rainfall in Lowestoft in January
Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 19 days of rain, with 72 mm (2.8 in) average for the month. This is a month with many wet days but modest rainfall totals, so showers are generally light and easy to manage.
Temperature in Lowestoft in January
Daytime highs in Lowestoft in January reach 9°C (48°F), with nights around 4°C (39°F). January is part of the winter season. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. With lows around 4°C (39°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.
Sunshine in Lowestoft in January
The month has fewer sunny days, with around 52 hours of sunshine.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Lowestoft. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Lowestoft Temperature in January
Min Temperature
4°C (39°F)
Max Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Chance of Rain
62%
Precipitation
72 mm (2.8 in)
Rainy days
19 days
Sunshine
52 hours
Percentage Sunshine
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Daily Historical Temperatures
51-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Lowestoft typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 9°C (48°F). Nights are cold, with lows around 2°C (36°F).
Average temperatures in January
Daily Historical Precipitation
51-year average (1976-2026)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in January
Historical weather records for Lowestoft in January
Browse day-by-day weather records for Lowestoft spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Lowestoft historical weather extremes in January
Our historical data for Lowestoft spans 2000 to 2025, revealing these weather extremes.
- The warmest day in January was on January 9, 2015, with a maximum of 15°C (59°F).
- On January 10, 2009, Lowestoft saw its coldest January day with temperatures maxing out at -2°C (28°F).
- Nighttime temperatures dropped to -10°C (14°F) on January 16, 2013, marking the coldest January night on record.
- Peak precipitation in January occurred on January 2, 2024, when 19 mm (0.7 in) of precipitation was measured.
Best Places 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. See all of 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 Lowestoft in January
Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Lowestoft 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 Lowestoft in January
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Outdoor sports4/10
Lowestoft 3-Day Forecast
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