Cotswolds Weather in January

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

Thinking about venturing to the Cotswolds, the United Kingdom this January and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in the Cotswolds in January

The Cotswolds, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. January in the Cotswolds 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 Cheltenham. On average, January is the coldest month of the year in the Cotswolds, the United Kingdom. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

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

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Chipping Campden with an average of 62 mm (2.4 in) to moderate rainfall in Cirencester with 68 mm (2.7 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more limited in many areas during this month. Cheltenham receives about 54 hours of sunlight. For sunnier weather, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore the Cotswolds by month

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

Best Places to Visit in the Cotswolds in January

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

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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 the Cotswolds

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

Temperature range in the Cotswolds (January)

Precipitation variation in the Cotswolds (January)

Cheltenham

In January Cheltenham 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
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
49 hours
54 hours
76 hours
Monthly rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Stow on the Wold

In January Stow on the Wold 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
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
54 hours
60 hours
75 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Chipping Campden

In January Chipping Campden 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
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
49 hours
54 hours
76 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Cirencester

In January Cirencester 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
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
54 hours
60 hours
75 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Bourton on the Water

In January Bourton on the Water 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
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
54 hours
60 hours
75 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Cotswolds, 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 the Cotswolds in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cheltenham 9°C (48°F) 2°C (36°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Stow on the Wold 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Chipping Campden 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Cirencester 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Bourton on the Water 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Bibury 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)

The Cotswolds weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

In January, the Cotswolds, the United Kingdom generally has poor weather conditions. Cheltenham sees daytime temperatures near 9°C (48°F), with nights cooling to roughly 2°C (36°F).

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

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

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in the Cotswolds, the United Kingdom during January, with Cheltenham averaging close to 64 mm (2.5 in).

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

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Cheltenham, January may not be the ideal time to visit the Cotswolds, the United Kingdom.

On average, the best time to visit the Cotswolds, the United Kingdom is in June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Cheltenham. On the other hand, the months of January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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