Temperature in Greater London in January

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Greater London, the United Kingdom this January.

Greater London, the United Kingdom, a region in the United Kingdom, typically experiences cold weather in January, with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) in London. January falls during the winter season. On average, it is one of the coldest months of the year.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Greater London, the United Kingdom in January?

Find the average daytime temperatures in January for the most popular destinations in Greater London on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.

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See also: Greater London weather by month.

Best Places to Visit in Greater London in January

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in January: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Greater London temperatures in January: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Greater London, the United Kingdom in January?

Average daytime highs in Greater London, the United Kingdom during January reach about 9°C (48°F) in London.

How cold does it get at night in Greater London, the United Kingdom in January?

London sees nighttime lows close to 3°C (37°F) in January.

How much sun does Greater London, the United Kingdom get in January?

London experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 62 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

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