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St Ives Weather in January

January in St Ives averages 9°C (48°F) during the day and 2°C (36°F) at night. Around 54 mm (2.1 in) of rainfall is typical for this time of year.

Rainfall in St Ives in January

Typically, about 17 days will experience rainfall, with an average of 54 mm (2.1 in) for the month. This is a month with many wet days but modest rainfall totals, so showers are generally light and easy to manage.

Temperature in St Ives in January

Daytime highs in St Ives in January reach 9°C (48°F), with nights around 2°C (36°F). The winter season takes place during January. Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. At 2°C (36°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions. It's often the coldest month of the year, a perfect time to cozy up indoors. Make sure to bring along suitable winter clothing.

Sunshine in St Ives in January

The city usually sees around 58 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

January in St Ives has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

St Ives Temperature in January

Min Temperature
2°C (36°F)
Max Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Chance of Rain
55%
Precipitation
54 mm (2.1 in)
Rainy days
17 days
Sunshine
58 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Cambridge, the United Kingdom (19 KM, 12 Miles).

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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).

What to Wear in St Ives in January

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in St Ives in January. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in St Ives in January

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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