Rotherham weather in January (South Yorkshire, United Kingdom)

What does the weather outlook for Rotherham look like in January? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.

Temperatures

The month of January in Rotherham typically brings low temperatures and moderate rainfall. During January, you’ll experience the winter season. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 8°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 2°C. As the coldest month of the year, it's important to pack plenty of warm clothes and winter gear.

Precipitation

Rotherham in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 63 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 19 days this month are expected to have rain.

Average sunshine

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 51 hours hours of sunshine, suitable for those who prefer less sun.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Rotherham. July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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Rotherham, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 2°C  

Max Temperature 8°C  

Chance of Rain 62%  

Precipitation 63 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Sunshine 51 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Sheffield, the United Kingdom (9 KM, 5 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in January

Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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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).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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