Kent Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Kent, the United Kingdom in January.

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Planning a getaway to Kent, the United Kingdom this January and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Kent in January

Kent, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. January in Kent generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 9°C (48°F) and nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) in Canterbury. 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.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Kent, the United Kingdom, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Gravesend with an average of 57 mm (2.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Folkestone with 87 mm (3.4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more limited in many areas during this month. Canterbury receives about 52 hours of sunlight. For sunnier weather, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore Kent by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Kent — and find the best time to visit. (based on Canterbury)

January9°C (48°F) February9°C (48°F) March11°C (52°F) April13°C (55°F) May17°C (63°F) June19°C (66°F) This monthJuly22°C (72°F) August22°C (72°F) September20°C (68°F) October16°C (61°F) November12°C (54°F) December9°C (48°F)
Best Time to Visit Kent →

Best Places to Visit in Kent in January

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Kent

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Kent, the United Kingdom?

Temperature range in Kent (January)

Precipitation variation in Kent (January)

Canterbury

In January Canterbury generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
50 hours
52 hours
70 hours
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Canterbury →

Dover

In January Dover generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
50 hours
52 hours
70 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Dover →

Folkestone

In January Folkestone generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
50 hours
52 hours
70 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Folkestone →

Whitstable

In January Whitstable generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
50 hours
52 hours
70 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Whitstable →

Broadstairs

In January Broadstairs generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
50 hours
52 hours
70 hours
Monthly rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
75 mm (3 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Broadstairs →

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

In our records: the United Kingdom January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in the United Kingdom in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in the United Kingdom dropped to -20°C (-4°F) in Birmingham on January 14, 1982.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Kent in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Canterbury 9°C (48°F) 4°C (39°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Dover 9°C (48°F) 5°C (41°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Folkestone 9°C (48°F) 5°C (41°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Whitstable 9°C (48°F) 4°C (39°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Broadstairs 9°C (48°F) 5°C (41°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Maidstone 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)

Kent weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Kent, the United Kingdom in January?

Expect poor weather across Kent, the United Kingdom in January. The popular destination of Canterbury averages 9°C (48°F) by day and 4°C (39°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Kent, the United Kingdom in January?

Average temperatures in Kent, the United Kingdom during January range from a nighttime low near 4°C (39°F) to a daytime high around 9°C (48°F) in Canterbury.

Does Kent, the United Kingdom get a lot of rain in January?

January is on the drier side in Kent, the United Kingdom. Canterbury averages only about 65 mm (2.6 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Kent, the United Kingdom?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Kent, the United Kingdom due to the typically poor weather in Canterbury.

On average, the best time to visit Kent, the United Kingdom is in July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Canterbury. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

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