Cambridgeshire Weather in January

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

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Cambridge Ely Huntingdon Stretham

Are you planning a trip a to Cambridgeshire, the United Kingdom in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Cambridgeshire in January

Cambridgeshire, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. January in Cambridgeshire generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. January falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 9°C (48°F) and nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) in Cambridge. In general, this month stands out as the coldest period throughout the year. Given the lower temperatures, it's essential to be well-prepared. Packing the right winter clothing and necessary accessories can make a significant difference in ensuring your comfort and well-being during this chilly season.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Cambridgeshire, the United Kingdom, check out the map below.

Precipitation

January is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 55 mm (2.2 in) in Cambridge.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more restricted in many locations in January. Cambridge sees roughly 58 hours of sunlight. Our weather planner can help you find destinations with more sunshine if needed.

Explore Cambridgeshire by month

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

January9°C (48°F) February9°C (48°F) March12°C (54°F) April15°C (59°F) May18°C (64°F) June20°C (68°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 Cambridgeshire in January

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

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 Cambridgeshire

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

Temperature range in Cambridgeshire (January)

Precipitation variation in Cambridgeshire (January)

Cambridge

In January Cambridge 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
51 hours
58 hours
77 hours
Monthly rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
50 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Cambridge →

Ely

In January Ely 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
51 hours
58 hours
77 hours
Monthly rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
50 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Ely →

Huntingdon

In January Huntingdon 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
51 hours
58 hours
77 hours
Monthly rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Huntingdon →

Stretham

In January Stretham 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
51 hours
58 hours
77 hours
Monthly rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
50 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Stretham →

March

In January March 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
57 hours
65 hours
85 hours
Monthly rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Cambridgeshire, 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 Cambridgeshire in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cambridge 9°C (48°F) 2°C (36°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Ely 9°C (48°F) 2°C (36°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Huntingdon 9°C (48°F) 2°C (36°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Stretham 9°C (48°F) 2°C (36°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
March 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
St Ives 9°C (48°F) 2°C (36°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)

Cambridgeshire weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

Cambridgeshire, the United Kingdom typically experiences poor weather in January, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Cambridge average around 9°C (48°F), and temperatures drop to about 2°C (36°F) at night.

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

Daytime temperatures in Cambridge peak at roughly 9°C (48°F) in January, dropping to about 2°C (36°F) overnight.

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

January is on the drier side in Cambridgeshire, the United Kingdom. Cambridge averages only about 55 mm (2.2 in), with most days staying dry.

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

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

On average, the best time to visit Cambridgeshire, the United Kingdom is in June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Cambridge. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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