Weather in January in Cumbria
Planning a journey to Cumbria this January and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:
What is the weather like in Cumbria in January?
Cumbria is a region in the United Kingdom. January in Cumbria generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy. In January, it is winter.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 6°C in Kirkby Stephen to 8°C in Barrow in Furness. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 4°C in Barrow in Furness and 1°C in Kirkby Stephen. 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.
Precipitation
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Gilsland with an average of 97 mm to heavy rainfall in Grizebeck with 163 mm.Average sunshine
Windermere experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 57 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who prefer dimmer, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit daysTo learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Cumbria in January, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Cumbria climate page.
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What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Cumbria?
Windermere
In January Windermere generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Keswick
In January Keswick generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Bowness-on-Windermere
In January Bowness-on-Windermere generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Ambleside
In January Ambleside generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Penrith
In January Penrith generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Cumbria, in the United Kingdom.
Is January the best time to visit Cumbria?
In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Cumbria with often poor weather in Windermere.
On average, the best time to visit Cumbria is in May, July and August with generally tolerable weather in Windermere. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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