Lincolnshire weather in January

Considering a trip to Lincolnshire 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 Lincolnshire in January?

Lincolnshire is a region in the United Kingdom. January in Lincolnshire generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. During January, winter is in full swing.

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 8°C and nighttime temperatures around 4°C in Skegness. 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.

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in North Scarle with an average of 53 mm to moderate rainfall in Skegness with 70 mm. Skegness experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 65 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who prefer dimmer, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days

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

Where to go in Lincolnshire in January

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 Lincolnshire?

Skegness

In January Skegness generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Skegness

Max temperature Max temp

Min temperature Min temp

Monthly sun hours Sun hours

Monthly rainfall Rainfall

Monthly rainy days Rainy days

Weather conditions Weather

<<   December December
<<  

9°C 

4°C 

57 hours 

73 mm 

17 days 

poor 

January January

8°C 

4°C 

65 hours 

70 mm 

18 days 

poor 

February   >> February
>>  

8°C 

4°C 

85 hours 

62 mm 

14 days 

poor 

Climate in Skegness

Lincoln

In January Lincoln 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.

Lincoln

Max temperature Max temp

Min temperature Min temp

Monthly sun hours Sun hours

Monthly rainfall Rainfall

Monthly rainy days Rainy days

Weather conditions Weather

<<   December December
<<  

9°C 

2°C 

52 hours 

58 mm 

17 days 

poor 

January January

8°C 

2°C 

58 hours 

55 mm 

18 days 

poor 

February   >> February
>>  

9°C 

2°C 

79 hours 

49 mm 

15 days 

poor 

Climate in Lincoln

Cleethorpes

In January Cleethorpes 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.

Cleethorpes

Max temperature Max temp

Min temperature Min temp

Monthly sun hours Sun hours

Monthly rainfall Rainfall

Monthly rainy days Rainy days

Weather conditions Weather

<<   December December
<<  

9°C 

3°C 

54 hours 

59 mm 

18 days 

poor 

January January

8°C 

2°C 

57 hours 

56 mm 

19 days 

poor 

February   >> February
>>  

9°C 

2°C 

81 hours 

52 mm 

15 days 

poor 

Climate in Cleethorpes

Chapel Saint Leonards

In January Chapel Saint Leonards generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Chapel Saint Leonards

Max temperature Max temp

Min temperature Min temp

Monthly sun hours Sun hours

Monthly rainfall Rainfall

Monthly rainy days Rainy days

Weather conditions Weather

<<   December December
<<  

9°C 

4°C 

54 hours 

70 mm 

17 days 

poor 

January January

8°C 

4°C 

57 hours 

68 mm 

18 days 

poor 

February   >> February
>>  

8°C 

4°C 

81 hours 

60 mm 

13 days 

poor 

Climate in Chapel Saint Leonards

Louth

In January Louth 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.

Louth

Max temperature Max temp

Min temperature Min temp

Monthly sun hours Sun hours

Monthly rainfall Rainfall

Monthly rainy days Rainy days

Weather conditions Weather

<<   December December
<<  

8°C 

3°C 

54 hours 

58 mm 

18 days 

poor 

January January

8°C 

2°C 

57 hours 

56 mm 

19 days 

poor 

February   >> February
>>  

9°C 

2°C 

81 hours 

50 mm 

14 days 

poor 

Climate in Louth

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

Is January the best time to visit Lincolnshire?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Lincolnshire due to the typically poor weather in Skegness.

On average, the best time to visit Lincolnshire is in July and August with generally perfect weather in Skegness. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have poor weather conditions.