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Steep Weather in January

January in Steep brings low temperatures, with highs of 9°C (48°F) and nights dropping to 3°C (37°F). Rainfall is on the higher side this month, averaging around 71 mm (2.8 in), so keep a rain jacket handy.

Rainfall in Steep in January

Expect around 18 days of rain based on historical data, with 71 mm (2.8 in) average. Rain is frequent but mostly light this month, with brief showers more common than heavy downpours.

Temperature in Steep in January

January in Steep brings low temperatures, with highs of 9°C (48°F) and nights around 3°C (37°F). January is a notable month of the winter season. It stays cool throughout the day, so warm layers are a good idea from morning to evening. Nights drop to 3°C (37°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet. It's generally the coldest month of the year, making it essential to pack warm layers and winter accessories.

Sunshine in Steep in January

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 63 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

January in Steep can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Steep Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 3°C (37°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 9°C (48°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 60%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 71 mm (2.8 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
HumidityHumidity 91% *  
SunshineSunshine 63 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 17% *  
* Data from: Southampton, the United Kingdom (34 KM, 21 Miles).

Best Places in the United Kingdom in January

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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 (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 Steep in January

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Steep in January. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. Sunglasses aren't essential this month, though you might want them for the occasional bright moment.

What To Do in Steep 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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