Nottinghamshire Weather in January

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

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Are you planning a trip a to Nottinghamshire, the United Kingdom in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Nottinghamshire in January

Nottinghamshire, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. January in Nottinghamshire generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. The month of January is in the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 8°C (46°F) and nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) in Nottingham. 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.

To explore the conditions in Nottinghamshire, the United Kingdom in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Weston with an average of 52 mm (2 in) to moderate rainfall in Mansfield with 56 mm (2.2 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more restricted in many locations in January. Nottingham sees roughly 58 hours of sunlight. Our weather planner can help you find destinations with more sunshine if needed.

Explore Nottinghamshire by month

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

January8°C (46°F) February9°C (48°F) March11°C (52°F) April14°C (57°F) May17°C (63°F) June20°C (68°F) This monthJuly22°C (72°F) August22°C (72°F) September19°C (66°F) October15°C (59°F) November11°C (52°F) December8°C (46°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Nottinghamshire in January

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

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 Nottinghamshire

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

Temperature range in Nottinghamshire (January)

Precipitation variation in Nottinghamshire (January)

Nottingham

In January Nottingham 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
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
55 hours
58 hours
80 hours
Monthly rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
51 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Nottingham →

Newark upon Trent

In January Newark upon Trent 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
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
55 hours
58 hours
80 hours
Monthly rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Newark upon Trent →

Retford

In January Retford 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)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
52 hours
58 hours
79 hours
Monthly rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
50 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Retford →

Worksop

In January Worksop 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
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
52 hours
58 hours
79 hours
Monthly rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Worksop →

Mansfield

In January Mansfield 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
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
55 hours
58 hours
80 hours
Monthly rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Mansfield →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Nottingham 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Newark upon Trent 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Retford 8°C (46°F) 3°C (37°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Worksop 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Mansfield 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Edwinstowe 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)

Nottinghamshire weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

Nottinghamshire, the United Kingdom typically experiences poor weather in January, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Nottingham average around 8°C (46°F), and temperatures drop to about 2°C (36°F) at night.

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

Daytime temperatures in Nottingham peak at roughly 8°C (46°F) in January, dropping to about 2°C (36°F) overnight.

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

January is on the drier side in Nottinghamshire, the United Kingdom. Nottingham averages only about 54 mm (2.1 in), with most days staying dry.

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

In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Nottinghamshire, the United Kingdom with often poor weather in Nottingham.

Generally speaking, June, July and August provide perfect weather in Nottingham. On the other hand, the months of January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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