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Shepton Mallet weather in January (Somerset, United Kingdom)

Will it be warm or cold in Shepton Mallet this January? Find all the essential weather information for this month in our guide.

Temperatures

The typical weather for January in Shepton Mallet includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. The winter season is characteristic of January. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 9°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 3°C. January usually brings the most temperate weather conditions of the year.

Precipitation

Shepton Mallet in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 78 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 19 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 59 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Shepton Mallet. June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Shepton Mallet, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 3°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 9°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 63%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 78 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
SunshineSunshine 59 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Bristol, the United Kingdom (28 KM, 17 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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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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