Washington weather in January (Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom)

How does the January weather in Washington compare to other months? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

In January, Washington typically experiences low temperatures and moderate rainfall. January is part of winter. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 8°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 3°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year, making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

Precipitation

Washington in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 61 mm for the month. Typically, you can expect about 18 days of rain this month.

Average sunshine

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 63 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Washington. 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 Washington climate page with graphs.

 

Washington, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 8°C  

Chance of Rain 60%  

Precipitation 61 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Sunshine 63 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Sunderland, the United Kingdom (9 KM, 6 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.

Weather conditions Weather

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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 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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