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Oxford Weather in January

January in Oxford sees daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and lows of -7°C (19°F) at night. With around 75 mm (3 in) of snow/rainfall expected, it's worth packing a rain jacket.

Rainfall in Oxford in January

Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 12 days with snow/rain, averaging 75 mm (3 in) for the month. The rainfall pattern this month is fairly balanced. Showers tend to be moderate rather than extreme.

Temperature in Oxford in January

Daytime highs in Oxford in January reach 3°C (37°F), with nights around -7°C (19°F). The winter season takes place during January. It stays very cold throughout much of the day, so warm winter clothing is essential. With lows of -7°C (19°F), nights are freezing. Packing a spare blanket is worth considering if you're staying somewhere that might not be fully heated. This is usually the coldest month of the year, so be sure to prepare with plenty of winter gear.

Sunshine in Oxford in January

With about 121 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and overcast, creating a pleasant environment.

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.

Oxford Temperature in January

Min Temperature
-7°C (19°F)
Max Temperature
3°C (37°F)
Chance of Rain
40%
Precipitation
75 mm (3 in)
Rainy days
12 days
Humidity
72% *
Sunshine
121 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
40% *
* Data from: Cincinnati, the United States of America (49 KM, 30 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 Oxford in January

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Oxford 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. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Oxford in January

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

  • Swimming
    5/10
  • Cycling
    3/10
  • Walking
    3/10
  • Camping
    1/10
  • Outdoor sports
    3/10

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