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Lymington Weather in January

January in Lymington sees daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and lows of 5°C (41°F) at night. With around 94 mm (3.7 in) of rainfall expected, it's worth packing a rain jacket.

Rainfall in Lymington in January

On average, there are about 17 days with rain during this month, averaging 94 mm (3.7 in). Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Lymington in January

Daytime temperatures in Lymington reach 10°C (50°F) in January, dropping to 5°C (41°F) at night. January is in the winter season. The days stay cool from start to finish. Layering up well will make outdoor time much more comfortable. Nights drop to 5°C (41°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Lymington in January

The city usually sees around 63 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

Average water temperature in January

The water sits at 10°C (50°F) this month, which is well below what most people consider swimmable. Wetsuits help, but expect it to still feel cold.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Lymington. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Lymington Temperature in January

Min Temperature
5°C (41°F)
Max Temperature
10°C (50°F)
Water Temperature
10°C (50°F) *
Chance of Rain
58%
Precipitation
94 mm (3.7 in)
Rainy days
17 days
Humidity
91% *
Sunshine
63 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
17% *
* Data from: Southampton, the United Kingdom (19 KM, 12 Miles).

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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 Lymington in January

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Lymington 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. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. The water temperature sits at about 10°C (50°F), which is too chilly for most people to enjoy swimming. Leave the swimsuit at home unless you love cold water. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Lymington 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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