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Weather in January in Powys

Considering a trip to Powys 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 Powys in January?

Powys is a region in the United Kingdom. January in Powys generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. In January, it is winter.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 8°C and nighttime temperatures around 2°C in Abergavenny. 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.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Llanymynech with an average of 73 mm to high rainfall in Abercraf with 140 mm.

Average sunshine

Abergavenny experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 59 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who prefer dimmer, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Powys in January, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Powys climate page.

Where to go in Powys in January

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

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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).

Popular destinations

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

Abergavenny

In January Abergavenny 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.

Abergavenny
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
<<   December December
<<  
9°C 
3°C 
53 hours 
91 mm 
19 days 
poor 
January January
8°C 
2°C 
59 hours 
84 mm 
20 days 
poor 
February   >> February
>>  
9°C 
2°C 
75 hours 
75 mm 
15 days 
poor 
Climate in Abergavenny

Llandrindod Wells

In January Llandrindod Wells generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Llandrindod Wells
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   December December
<<  
8°C 
2°C 
107 mm 
20 days 
poor 
January January
7°C 
2°C 
102 mm 
21 days 
poor 
February   >> February
>>  
8°C 
1°C 
92 mm 
16 days 
poor 
Climate in Llandrindod Wells

Hay-on-Wye

In January Hay-on-Wye 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.

Hay-on-Wye
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
<<   December December
<<  
8°C 
2°C 
49 hours 
92 mm 
19 days 
poor 
January January
8°C 
2°C 
54 hours 
87 mm 
20 days 
poor 
February   >> February
>>  
8°C 
2°C 
76 hours 
78 mm 
15 days 
poor 
Climate in Hay-on-Wye

Builth Wells

In January Builth Wells generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Builth Wells
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   December December
<<  
8°C 
2°C 
112 mm 
20 days 
poor 
January January
7°C 
2°C 
106 mm 
21 days 
poor 
February   >> February
>>  
8°C 
1°C 
96 mm 
16 days 
poor 
Climate in Builth Wells

Brecon

In January Brecon generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Brecon
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
<<   December December
<<  
8°C 
2°C 
49 hours 
118 mm 
20 days 
poor 
January January
7°C 
2°C 
53 hours 
111 mm 
21 days 
poor 
February   >> February
>>  
8°C 
1°C 
78 hours 
99 mm 
16 days 
poor 
Climate in Brecon

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

Is January the best time to visit Powys?

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

On average, the best time to visit Powys is in July and August with generally perfect weather in Abergavenny. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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