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Weather in January in Gloucestershire

Considering a trip to Gloucestershire this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What is the weather like in Gloucestershire in January?

Gloucestershire is a region in the United Kingdom. January in Gloucestershire 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 and nighttime temperatures around 2°C in Cheltenham. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Tewkesbury with an average of 62 mm to moderate rainfall in Wick with 74 mm.

Average sunshine

Most cities witness limited sunny days, expect roughly 54 hours of sunlight in Cheltenham. This low amount of sunlight is perfect for those who lean towards dimmer, cloudier weather rather than intense sunny days.

For specific regional insights in Gloucestershire for January, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Gloucestershire climate page.

Where to go in Gloucestershire in January

Find more information for the most popular destinations in the Gloucestershire on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailes.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

Popular destinations

What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Gloucestershire?

Cheltenham

In January Cheltenham generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Cheltenham
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
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sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
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conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   December December
<<  
9°C 
3°C 
49 hours 
69 mm 
18 days 
poor 
January January
9°C 
2°C 
54 hours 
64 mm 
18 days 
poor 
February   >> February
>>  
9°C 
2°C 
76 hours 
57 mm 
14 days 
poor 
Climate in Cheltenham

Gloucester

In January Gloucester generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Gloucester
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   December December
<<  
9°C 
3°C 
49 hours 
69 mm 
18 days 
poor 
January January
9°C 
3°C 
54 hours 
64 mm 
18 days 
poor 
February   >> February
>>  
9°C 
2°C 
76 hours 
57 mm 
14 days 
poor 
Climate in Gloucester

Stroud

In January Stroud generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Stroud
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   December December
<<  
9°C 
3°C 
49 hours 
71 mm 
18 days 
poor 
January January
9°C 
3°C 
54 hours 
67 mm 
18 days 
poor 
February   >> February
>>  
9°C 
2°C 
76 hours 
58 mm 
14 days 
poor 
Climate in Stroud

Lower Slaughter

In January Lower Slaughter 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.

Lower Slaughter
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   December December
<<  
9°C 
3°C 
54 hours 
67 mm 
18 days 
poor 
January January
8°C 
2°C 
60 hours 
64 mm 
18 days 
poor 
February   >> February
>>  
9°C 
2°C 
75 hours 
57 mm 
14 days 
poor 
Climate in Lower Slaughter

South Cerney

In January South Cerney 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.

South Cerney
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   December December
<<  
9°C 
3°C 
54 hours 
72 mm 
18 days 
poor 
January January
8°C 
2°C 
60 hours 
68 mm 
17 days 
poor 
February   >> February
>>  
9°C 
2°C 
75 hours 
59 mm 
14 days 
poor 
Climate in South Cerney

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Gloucestershire, in the United Kingdom.

Is January the best time to visit Gloucestershire?

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

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Cheltenham. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be poor.

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