Weather in January in Durham
Planning a journey to Durham 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 Durham in January?
Durham is a region in the United Kingdom. January in Durham generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. During January, winter is in full swing.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 6°C in Lanehead to 8°C in Seaham. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 3°C in Seaham and 1°C in Lanehead. 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 Coxhoe with an average of 61 mm to moderate rainfall in Holwick with 97 mm.Average sunshine
Most areas see fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 63 hours of sunshine in Durham. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer dimmer, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.For specific regional insights in Durham for January, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Durham climate page.
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What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Durham?
Durham
In January Durham generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Darlington
In January Darlington generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Barnard Castle
In January Barnard Castle generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Stanley
In January Stanley generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Stockton-on-Tees
In January Stockton-on-Tees generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and moderate 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 Durham, in the United Kingdom.
Is January the best time to visit Durham?
In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Durham with often poor weather in Durham.
Generally speaking, July and August provide perfect weather in Durham. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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