Potters Bar weather in January (Hertfordshire, United Kingdom)

What weather conditions can you expect in Potters Bar this January? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

In January, Potters Bar typically experiences low temperatures and moderate rainfall. Experience the winter season in January. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 9°C, while night temperatures can drop to 3°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year, making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

Precipitation

Potters Bar in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 56 mm for the month. Typically, you can expect about 17 days of rain this month.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 62 hours of sun. It's 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 Potters Bar. June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Potters Bar, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 9°C  

Chance of Rain 56%  

Precipitation 56 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 80% *  

Sunshine 62 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 23% *  

Data from: London, the United Kingdom (30 KM, 18 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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