Newquay weather in January (Cornwall, United Kingdom)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Newquay during January? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

In January, the weather in Newquay generally includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. January is typically considered a winter month. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 11°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 6°C.

Precipitation

Newquay in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 95 mm for the month. Expect around 21 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 68 hours hours of sunshine, suitable for those who prefer less sun.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, February, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Newquay, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 6°C  

Max Temperature 11°C  

Chance of Rain 71%  

Precipitation 95 mm  

Rainy days 21 days  

Sunshine 68 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

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?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

Interested in more climate information?

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