Peterlee weather in January (Durham, United Kingdom)

What weather conditions can you expect in Peterlee this January? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

In January, Peterlee typically experiences low temperatures and moderate rainfall. The winter season takes place during January. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 8°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 3°C. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter clothes.

Precipitation

Peterlee in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 64 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 18 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 63 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Peterlee. July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Peterlee, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 8°C  

Chance of Rain 60%  

Precipitation 64 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Sunshine 63 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Sunderland, the United Kingdom (16 KM, 10 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.

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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.

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

4/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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