January Rainfall and Precipitation in South Yorkshire

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in South Yorkshire, the United Kingdom in January.

South Yorkshire, the United Kingdom, a region in the United Kingdom, experiences moderate precipitation in January, ranging from 54 mm (2.1 in) of rainfall in Bawtry to 75 mm (3 in) in Penistone. January is a winter month.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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South Yorkshire precipitation in January: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does South Yorkshire, the United Kingdom receive in January?

Rotherham stays mostly dry in January, with average rainfall close to 63 mm (2.5 in).

How many days does it rain in South Yorkshire, the United Kingdom in January?

Expect around 19 days rainy days in Rotherham during January.

Is January part of the rainy season in South Yorkshire, the United Kingdom?

No. January sits outside the typical rainy season in South Yorkshire, the United Kingdom, so you can expect drier conditions overall.

What is the wettest city in January in South Yorkshire, the United Kingdom?

Based on our records, Penistone receives the most rainfall in South Yorkshire, the United Kingdom in January, averaging about 75 mm (3 in).

What is the driest city in January in South Yorkshire, the United Kingdom?

Based on our database, Bawtry sees the least rainfall in South Yorkshire, the United Kingdom in January, with around 54 mm (2.1 in) on average.

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