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Plymouth Weather in January

With daytime temperatures of 4°C (39°F) and nighttime lows of -6°C (21°F), January in Plymouth brings low temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of snow/rainfall is typical. Around 114 mm (4.5 in) falls on average.

Rainfall in Plymouth in January

Historically, January sees about 12 days of snow/rain, with a monthly average of 114 mm (4.5 in). Rainfall intensity is on the higher side this month. Expect more substantial showers rather than light, passing rain.

Temperature in Plymouth in January

Plymouth in January gets highs of 4°C (39°F) during the day and drops to -6°C (21°F) at night. Experience the winter season in January. Staying warm is the main priority this month, especially during mornings and evenings. With overnight lows of -6°C (21°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold. It is the coldest month of the year, so be sure to pack proper winter clothing for the conditions.Pack accordingly with warm clothes.

Sunshine in Plymouth in January

You can expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 162 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and overcast.

January in Plymouth 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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Plymouth Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -6°C (21°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 4°C (39°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 40%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 114 mm (4.5 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 63% *  
SunshineSunshine 162 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 56% *  
* Data from: Boston, the United States of America (54 KM, 33 Miles).

Best Places in the United States of America 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 Plymouth in January

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Plymouth 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. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Plymouth 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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