Temperature in Cornwall in January

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Cornwall, the United Kingdom this January.

Cornwall, the United Kingdom, a region in the United Kingdom, experiences low average maximum daytime temperatures in January, ranging from 9°C (48°F) in Gunnislake to 11°C (52°F) in Sennen. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 8°C (46°F) in Sennen and 4°C (39°F) in Gunnislake. January is a winter month.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Cornwall, the United Kingdom in January?

Curious about the January temperatures in the prime spots of Cornwall? Navigate the map below and tap on a destination dot for more detailed stats.

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Best Places to Visit in Cornwall in January

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in January: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Cornwall temperatures in January: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Cornwall, the United Kingdom in January?

Average daytime highs in Cornwall, the United Kingdom during January reach about 11°C (52°F) in Newquay.

How cold does it get at night in Cornwall, the United Kingdom in January?

Nighttime temperatures in Newquay typically drop to around 6°C (43°F) in January.

What is the warmest city in January in Cornwall, the United Kingdom?

According to our recent database analysis, Sennen is the warmest city. It experiences an average maximum daytime temperature of approximately 11°C (52°F) and rarely drops below 8°C (46°F) during the night.

What is the coldest city in January in Cornwall, the United Kingdom?

When looking through our records, we find that Gunnislake stands out as the coolest city in Cornwall, the United Kingdom for the month of January. Daytime highs average 9°C (48°F) and it cools down to about 4°C (39°F) at night.

How much sun does Cornwall, the United Kingdom get in January?

Most areas see fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 68 hours of sunshine in Newquay. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

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