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Penton Weather in January

January in Penton brings low temperatures, with daytime highs of 7°C (45°F) and nights around 2°C (36°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 103 mm (4.1 in), so pack an umbrella.

Rainfall in Penton in January

Historically, January sees about 21 days of rain, with a monthly average of 103 mm (4.1 in). This is a wet month with frequent and often heavy showers. Both the number of rain days and the total rainfall are high.

Temperature in Penton in January

Expect highs of 7°C (45°F) in Penton in January, with nights dropping to around 2°C (36°F). The month of January belongs to the winter season. Expect a cold feel throughout the day, not just in the mornings and evenings. Warm layers are essential. At 2°C (36°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter clothes.

Sunshine in Penton in January

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 39 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

January in Penton has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Penton Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 2°C (36°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 7°C (45°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 69%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 103 mm (4.1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 21 days  
HumidityHumidity 88% *  
SunshineSunshine 39 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 18% *  
* Data from: Eskdalemuir, the United Kingdom (33 KM, 20 Miles).

Best Places in the United Kingdom in January

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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 (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 Penton in January

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Penton in January. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Penton 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
3/10
Outdoor sports
4/10

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