North Yorkshire Weather in January

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

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Planning a journey to North Yorkshire, the United Kingdom this January and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in North Yorkshire in January

North Yorkshire, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. January in North Yorkshire generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. January is a winter month.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 6°C (43°F) in Appersett to 9°C (48°F) in Speeton. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 5°C (41°F) in Speeton and 1°C (34°F) in Appersett. 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.

For specific regional insights in North Yorkshire, the United Kingdom, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Selby with an average of 56 mm (2.2 in) to high rainfall in Wigglesworth with 127 mm (5 in).

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. York receives around 42 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

Explore North Yorkshire by month

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

January8°C (46°F) February9°C (48°F) March11°C (52°F) April14°C (57°F) May17°C (63°F) June19°C (66°F) This monthJuly22°C (72°F) August21°C (70°F) September19°C (66°F) October15°C (59°F) November11°C (52°F) December8°C (46°F)
Best Time to Visit North Yorkshire →

Best Places to Visit in North Yorkshire in January

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

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 North Yorkshire

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

Temperature range in North Yorkshire (January)

Precipitation variation in North Yorkshire (January)

York

In January York generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
48 hours
42 hours
61 hours
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in York →

Scarborough

In January Scarborough generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°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)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
52 hours
56 hours
82 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
75 mm (3 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
21 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Scarborough →

Whitby

In January Whitby generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°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)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
52 hours
56 hours
82 hours
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
21 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Whitby →

Bridlington

In January Bridlington 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)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
54 hours
57 hours
81 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
20 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Bridlington →

Harrogate

In January Harrogate generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
24 hours
32 hours
54 hours
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Harrogate →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in North Yorkshire, 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 North Yorkshire in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
York 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Scarborough 8°C (46°F) 3°C (37°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Whitby 8°C (46°F) 4°C (39°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Bridlington 9°C (48°F) 5°C (41°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Harrogate 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Filey 8°C (46°F) 4°C (39°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)

North Yorkshire weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in North Yorkshire, the United Kingdom in January?

January in North Yorkshire, the United Kingdom brings poor weather. In York, daytime temperatures are typically around 8°C (46°F) and nighttime lows hover near 2°C (36°F).

What is the average temperature in North Yorkshire, the United Kingdom in January?

In York, the average daytime high in January is 8°C (46°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 2°C (36°F).

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

Not particularly. York averages just 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for North Yorkshire, the United Kingdom.

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

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

On average, the best time to visit North Yorkshire, the United Kingdom is in July and August with generally perfect weather in York. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

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