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Oxford Weather in January

During January, Oxford experiences low daytime temperatures of 11°C (52°F) and cooler nights around -2°C (28°F). As part of the winter season, expect quite a bit of snow/rainfall. Around 116 mm (4.6 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Oxford in January

Typically, you can expect about 11 days of snow/rain this month, with 116 mm (4.6 in) on average. When it rains this month, it tends to come down fairly heavily. Showers can be substantial even if they don't last all day.

Temperature in Oxford in January

January in Oxford brings typical temperatures with highs around 11°C (52°F) and lows of -2°C (28°F). Winter occurs in January. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. With lows of -2°C (28°F), nights are freezing. Packing a spare blanket is worth considering if you're staying somewhere that might not be fully heated. With the most moderate temperatures of the year, January offers a break from extremes.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Oxford. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Oxford Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -2°C (28°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 11°C (52°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 36%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 116 mm (4.6 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  

Best Places in the United States of America 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 Oxford in January

Pack for changing conditions in Oxford in January. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes.

What To Do in Oxford in January

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

Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Barbeque
2/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
5/10

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