Preston weather in January (Lancashire, United Kingdom)

What does the weather outlook for Preston look like in January? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In January, Preston typically experiences low temperatures and high rainfall. January marks the winter season. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 8°C. At night, they generally drop to 3°C. Since it's the coldest month of the year, you'll want to bundle up with extra layers and winter clothing.

Precipitation

Preston in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 110 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 19 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 57 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 Preston. 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 Preston climate page with graphs.

 

Preston, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 8°C  

Chance of Rain 64%  

Precipitation 110 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Sunshine 57 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Blackpool, the United Kingdom (23 KM, 14 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.

Weather conditions Weather

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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

3/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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