Northumberland Weather in January

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

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Planning a trip to Northumberland, the United Kingdom this January? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Northumberland in January

Northumberland, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. January in Northumberland generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. During January, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 8°C (46°F) and nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) in Beadnell.

For a closer look at conditions across Northumberland, the United Kingdom, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Berwick Hill with an average of 66 mm (2.6 in) to high rainfall in Knarsdale with 101 mm (4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine hours are generally lower in most areas during January. Beadnell experiences about 59 hours of sunlight. If you're looking for brighter destinations, our weather planner can suggest better options.

Explore Northumberland by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Northumberland - and find the best time to visit. (based on Beadnell)

January8°C (46°F) February8°C (46°F) March9°C (48°F) April10°C (50°F) May13°C (55°F) June15°C (59°F) This monthJuly18°C (64°F) August18°C (64°F) September16°C (61°F) October14°C (57°F) November11°C (52°F) December9°C (48°F)
Best Time to Visit Northumberland →

Best Places to Visit in Northumberland in January

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

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 Northumberland

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

Temperature range in Northumberland (January)

Precipitation variation in Northumberland (January)

Beadnell

In January Beadnell 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 less favorable 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
53 hours
59 hours
82 hours
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
15 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Beadnell →

Alnwick

In January Alnwick 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 less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
8°C (46°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
53 hours
59 hours
82 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
16 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Alnwick →

Seahouses

In January Seahouses 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 less favorable 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
53 hours
59 hours
82 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
15 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Seahouses →

Berwick-Upon-Tweed

In January Berwick-Upon-Tweed 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 less favorable 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)
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
15 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Berwick-Upon-Tweed →

Wooler

In January Wooler 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 less favorable 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
53 hours
59 hours
82 hours
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
16 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Wooler →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Beadnell 8°C (46°F) 4°C (39°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Alnwick 8°C (46°F) 3°C (37°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Seahouses 8°C (46°F) 4°C (39°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Berwick-Upon-Tweed 8°C (46°F) 4°C (39°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Wooler 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Belford 8°C (46°F) 3°C (37°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)

Northumberland weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

Expect less favorable weather across Northumberland, the United Kingdom in January. The popular destination of Beadnell averages 8°C (46°F) by day and 4°C (39°F) at night during this winter month.

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

Beadnell averages a daytime maximum of 8°C (46°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 4°C (39°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Northumberland, the United Kingdom during January, with Beadnell averaging close to 73 mm (2.9 in).

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

Given the typically less favorable weather conditions in Beadnell, January may not be the ideal time to visit Northumberland, the United Kingdom.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly very good weather in Beadnell. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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