Buckinghamshire Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Buckinghamshire, the United Kingdom in January.

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Slough High Wycombe Aylesbury Marlow

Considering a trip to Buckinghamshire, the United Kingdom this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Buckinghamshire in January

Buckinghamshire, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. January in Buckinghamshire generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. The month of January is in the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 9°C (48°F) and nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) in Slough. 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.

For specific regional insights in Buckinghamshire, the United Kingdom, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Olney with an average of 56 mm (2.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Ibstone with 60 mm (2.4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine hours are generally lower in most areas during January. Slough experiences about 62 hours of sunlight. If you're looking for brighter destinations, our weather planner can suggest better options.

Explore Buckinghamshire by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Buckinghamshire — and find the best time to visit. (based on Slough)

January9°C (48°F) February9°C (48°F) March12°C (54°F) April15°C (59°F) May18°C (64°F) June21°C (70°F) This monthJuly23°C (73°F) August23°C (73°F) September20°C (68°F) October16°C (61°F) November12°C (54°F) December9°C (48°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Buckinghamshire in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Buckinghamshire.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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).

Popular Destinations in Buckinghamshire

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Buckinghamshire, the United Kingdom?

Temperature range in Buckinghamshire (January)

Precipitation variation in Buckinghamshire (January)

Slough

In January Slough generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
54 hours
62 hours
78 hours
Monthly rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Slough →

High Wycombe

In January High Wycombe generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
54 hours
62 hours
78 hours
Monthly rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in High Wycombe →

Aylesbury

In January Aylesbury generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
42 hours
53 hours
71 hours
Monthly rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Aylesbury →

Marlow

In January Marlow generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
54 hours
62 hours
78 hours
Monthly rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Marlow →

Winslow

In January Winslow generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
42 hours
53 hours
71 hours
Monthly rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Winslow →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Buckinghamshire, in the United Kingdom.

In our records: the United Kingdom January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in the United Kingdom in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in the United Kingdom dropped to -20°C (-4°F) in Birmingham on January 14, 1982.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Buckinghamshire in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Slough 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
High Wycombe 9°C (48°F) 2°C (36°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Aylesbury 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Marlow 9°C (48°F) 2°C (36°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Winslow 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Buckingham 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)

Buckinghamshire weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Buckinghamshire, the United Kingdom in January?

January in Buckinghamshire, the United Kingdom brings poor weather. In Slough, daytime temperatures are typically around 9°C (48°F) and nighttime lows hover near 3°C (37°F).

What is the average temperature in Buckinghamshire, the United Kingdom in January?

In Slough, the average daytime high in January is 9°C (48°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 3°C (37°F).

Does Buckinghamshire, the United Kingdom get a lot of rain in January?

January is on the drier side in Buckinghamshire, the United Kingdom. Slough averages only about 60 mm (2.4 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Buckinghamshire, the United Kingdom?

In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Buckinghamshire, the United Kingdom with often poor weather in Slough.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Slough. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be poor.

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