Weather in January in Somerset
Thinking about venturing to Somerset this January and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in Somerset in January?
Somerset is a region in the United Kingdom. January in Somerset generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. The month of January is in the winter season.
Temperatures
You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 9°C and nighttime temperatures around 3°C in Bath. To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Somerset in January, check out the map below. 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.To explore the conditions in Somerset in more detail, check the map below.
Precipitation
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Hatch Beauchamp with an average of 67 mm to high rainfall in Lynmouth with 115 mm.Average sunshine
Most cities witness limited sunny days, expect roughly 59 hours of sunlight in Bath. This low amount of sunlight is perfect for those who lean towards dimmer, cloudier weather rather than intense sunny days.For more details on the yearly climate, visit our Somerset climate page.
Where to go in Somerset in January





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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Somerset?
Bath
In January Bath generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Bristol
In January Bristol generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Weston-super-Mare
In January Weston-super-Mare generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Porlock
In January Porlock generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Minehead
In January Minehead generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Somerset, in the United Kingdom.
Is January the best time to visit Somerset?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Bath, January may not be the ideal time to visit Somerset.
Generally speaking, June, July and August provide perfect weather in Bath. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be poor.
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