Plymouth weather in January (Cornwall, United Kingdom)

Looking to travel to Plymouth in January? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Plymouth generally has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. January is a winter month. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 10°C, while night temperatures can drop to 5°C.

Plymouth in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 99 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 21 days of rain are anticipated.

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 60 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Plymouth. July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Plymouth, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 5°C  

Max Temperature 10°C  

Chance of Rain 69%  

Precipitation 99 mm  

Rainy days 21 days  

Humidity 86%  

Sunshine 60 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in the United Kingdom in January

Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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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 Plymouth in January?

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 in January.

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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