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Weather in January in Oxfordshire

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

What is the weather like in Oxfordshire in January?

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

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 9°C and nighttime temperatures around 2°C in Oxford. To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Oxfordshire in January, check out the map below. 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.

For specific regional insights in Oxfordshire, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Bicester with an average of 59 mm to moderate rainfall in Shrivenham with 66 mm.

Average sunshine

Oxford experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 64 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who prefer dimmer, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days

For an in-depth overview of the yearly conditions, do visit our Oxfordshire climate page.

Where to go in Oxfordshire in January

Find more information for the most popular destinations in the Oxfordshire on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more details.

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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).

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the United Kingdom, check out our Oxfordshire's climate page.

Popular destinations

What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Oxfordshire?

Oxford

In January Oxford generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Oxford
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   Annual Annual
<<  
15°C 
7°C 
1,633 hours 
733 mm 
172 days 
poor 
9°C 
2°C 
64 hours 
59 mm 
17 days 
poor 
9°C 
2°C 
80 hours 
52 mm 
14 days 
poor 
Climate in Oxford

Banbury

In January Banbury 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.

Banbury
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   Annual Annual
<<  
15°C 
7°C 
1,633 hours 
756 mm 
176 days 
poor 
8°C 
2°C 
64 hours 
60 mm 
18 days 
poor 
9°C 
2°C 
80 hours 
53 mm 
14 days 
poor 
Climate in Banbury

Woodstock

In January Woodstock 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.

Woodstock
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   Annual Annual
<<  
15°C 
7°C 
1,633 hours 
755 mm 
175 days 
poor 
8°C 
2°C 
64 hours 
60 mm 
17 days 
poor 
9°C 
2°C 
80 hours 
54 mm 
14 days 
poor 
Climate in Woodstock

Bicester

In January Bicester 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.

Bicester
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   Annual Annual
<<  
15°C 
7°C 
1,633 hours 
738 mm 
170 days 
poor 
8°C 
2°C 
64 hours 
59 mm 
17 days 
poor 
9°C 
2°C 
80 hours 
52 mm 
14 days 
poor 
Climate in Bicester

Burford

In January Burford 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.

Burford
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   Annual Annual
<<  
15°C 
7°C 
1,633 hours 
795 mm 
184 days 
poor 
8°C 
2°C 
60 hours 
64 mm 
18 days 
poor 
9°C 
2°C 
75 hours 
56 mm 
14 days 
poor 
Climate in Burford

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

Is January the best time to visit Oxfordshire?

In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Oxfordshire with often poor weather in Oxford.

Generally speaking, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Oxford. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Oxfordshire.

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