Minehead weather in January (Somerset, United Kingdom)

What kind of weather does January bring to Minehead? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

The month of January in Minehead typically includes low temperatures and high rainfall. The winter season takes place during January. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 9°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 5°C.

Precipitation

Minehead in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 102 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 22 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 53 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Minehead. August typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Minehead, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 5°C  

Max Temperature 9°C  

Water Temperature 8°C *  

Chance of Rain 72%  

Precipitation 102 mm  

Rainy days 22 days  

Humidity 89% *  

Windspeed 18 km/h *  

Sunshine 53 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 20% *  

Data from: Cardiff, the United Kingdom (23 KM, 14 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. With a water temperature of around 8°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

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

3/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

Interested in more climate information?

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