January Rainfall and Precipitation in Greater London

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Greater London, the United Kingdom in January.

Greater London, the United Kingdom, a region in the United Kingdom, experiences precipitation in January ranging from moderate in Hornchurch (56 mm (2.2 in)) to moderate in Claygate (62 mm (2.4 in)). January falls during the winter season.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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Greater London precipitation in January: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does Greater London, the United Kingdom receive in January?

London stays mostly dry in January, with average rainfall close to 60 mm (2.4 in).

How many days does it rain in Greater London, the United Kingdom in January?

London sees roughly 18 days rainy days during January.

Is January part of the rainy season in Greater London, the United Kingdom?

January is generally a drier month for Greater London, the United Kingdom, falling outside the main rainy season.

What is the wettest city in January in Greater London, the United Kingdom?

Based on our records, Claygate receives the most rainfall in Greater London, the United Kingdom in January, averaging about 62 mm (2.4 in).

What is the driest city in January in Greater London, the United Kingdom?

In our records, Hornchurch stands out as the driest city in Greater London, the United Kingdom for January, averaging just 56 mm (2.2 in).

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