Worcestershire Weather in January

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

Are you planning a trip a to Worcestershire, 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 Worcestershire in January

Worcestershire, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. January in Worcestershire 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 (48°F) and nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) in Great Malvern. 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 Worcestershire, the United Kingdom in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Droitwich with an average of 60 mm (2.4 in) to moderate rainfall in Berrington with 65 mm (2.6 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine tends to be more scarce in many locations. Great Malvern gets roughly 54 hours of sunlight. For sunnier alternatives, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore Worcestershire by month

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

Best Places to Visit in Worcestershire in January

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

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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 Worcestershire

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

Temperature range in Worcestershire (January)

Precipitation variation in Worcestershire (January)

Great Malvern

In January Great Malvern generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°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
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
49 hours
54 hours
76 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Worcester

In January Worcester generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°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
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
49 hours
54 hours
76 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Broadway

In January Broadway generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°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
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
49 hours
54 hours
76 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Tenbury

In January Tenbury 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
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
37 hours
49 hours
67 hours
Monthly rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Bewdley

In January Bewdley 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
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
37 hours
49 hours
67 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
14 days
Weather conditions

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Great Malvern 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Worcester 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Broadway 9°C (48°F) 2°C (36°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Tenbury 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Bewdley 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Cow Honeybourne 9°C (48°F) 2°C (36°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)

Worcestershire weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

Expect poor weather across Worcestershire, the United Kingdom in January. The popular destination of Great Malvern averages 9°C (48°F) by day and 3°C (37°F) at night during this winter month.

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

Great Malvern averages a daytime maximum of 9°C (48°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 3°C (37°F).

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

Not particularly. Great Malvern averages just 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for Worcestershire, the United Kingdom.

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

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

On average, the best time to visit Worcestershire, the United Kingdom is in June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Great Malvern. On the other hand, the months of January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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