Saint Albans weather in January (Hertfordshire, United Kingdom)

Will it be warm or cold in Saint Albans this January? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

The month of January in Saint Albans typically includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. Winter occurs in January. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 8°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 2°C. The coldest month of the year calls for plenty of warm layers. Be sure to pack your winter gear.

Precipitation

Saint Albans in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 59 mm for the month. This month experiences about 18 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 62 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Saint Albans. June, July, August and September 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.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Saint Albans climate page with graphs.

 

Saint Albans, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 2°C  

Max Temperature 8°C  

Chance of Rain 60%  

Precipitation 59 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 80% *  

Sunshine 62 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 23% *  

* Data from: London, the United Kingdom (30 KM, 19 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.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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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