Swanage weather in January (Dorset, United Kingdom)

Looking to travel to Swanage in January? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Swanage generally has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. January falls within the winter season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 10°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 6°C.

Swanage in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 92 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 18 days.

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 63 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Swanage. July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, November 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 Swanage climate page with graphs.

 

Swanage, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 6°C  

Max Temperature 10°C  

Chance of Rain 59%  

Precipitation 92 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 91% *  

Sunshine 63 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 17% *  

* Data from: Southampton, the United Kingdom (51 KM, 31 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in January

Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom in January and which places have the best weather 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 Swanage in January?

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 in January.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

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