Salisbury weather in January (Wiltshire, United Kingdom)

What is the weather forecast for Salisbury in January? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

January in Salisbury generally includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. January is known for being in the winter season. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 9°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 3°C. During the coldest month of the year, be prepared to bundle up with heavy winter gear.

Precipitation

Salisbury in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 71 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about 17 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 59 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 Salisbury. June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Salisbury, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 9°C  

Chance of Rain 57%  

Precipitation 71 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Sunshine 59 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

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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