London in january: average Weather, Temperature and Climate
Weather in London in january 2025
The weather in London in january comes from statistical datas on the last years. You can view the weather statistics for all the month, but also by clicking on the tabs for the beginning, the middle and the end of the month.
Average weather throughout january
very bad weather 66.5cm
Weather at 6am
40°F
Partly Cloudy
26% of time
25%
18%
13%
Weather at 12pm
45°F
Cloudy
33% of time
25%
25%
9%
Weather at 6pm
41°F
Cloudy
30% of time
23%
22%
8%
Weather at 3am
41°F
23%
21%
18%
13%
Evolution of daily average temperature and precipitation in London in january
These charts show the evolution of average minimum/maximum temperatures as well as average daily precipitation volume in London in january.
The climate of London in january is very bad
In January, the winter season is in full swing on the British Isle, so much so that the cold and grey skies mainly characterize the weather in London throughout January. In addition to the umbrella that should not leave one's side, also consider dressing warmly in order to enjoy one's stay.
London at the Beginning of January
The beginning of January will allow to enjoy relatively dry days. Even if the first hours are very cool, temperatures rise as the sun climbs, however they remain below the 6° C mark even at the best times of the day.
London in the Middle of January
Towards the middle of the month, rainfall increases in frequency and intensity. This often results in rainy mornings, even if in the afternoon, the beautiful sun succeeds the cloudy sky. This allows to enjoy the beautiful skies in order to discover London through its palaces and boutiques.
London at the End of January
Although the climatic conditions are dominated by the cold and alternating clouds with the thick fogs at the early hours of the day - the rest of the time, the climate throughout January in London allows to spend good times, especially in the middle of day. It is enough to dress warmly in order to guard against the cold.
Seasonal average climate and temperature of London in january
Check below seasonal norms These statistics are generated from the weather statements earlier years of january.
| January | |||||
| Outside temperature | |||||
| Average temperature | 43°F | ||||
| Highest temperature | 47°F | ||||
| Lowest temperature | 40°F | ||||
| Highest record temperature | 58°F (2018) | ||||
| Lowest record temperature | 22°F (2010) | ||||
| Number of days at -32°F | 6 day(s) (19%) | ||||
| Sea temperature | |||||
| Average sea temperature | 49°F | ||||
| Lowest sea temperature | 46°F | ||||
| Highest sea temperature | 51°F | ||||
| Wind | |||||
| Wind speed | 21km/h | ||||
| Wind temperature | 32°F | ||||
| Precipitation (rainfall) | |||||
| Rainfall | 2.6in | ||||
| Number of days with rainfall | 5 day(s) (15%) | ||||
| Record daily rainfall | 1.3in (2021) | ||||
| Snowfall | 66.5cm | ||||
| Other climate data | |||||
| Humidity | 91% | ||||
| Visibility | 8.36km | ||||
| Cloud cover | 58% | ||||
| UV index | 2 | ||||
| Daily sunshine hours | 6 | ||||
| Sunrise and sunset | |||||
| Time of sunrise | 07:59 | ||||
| Time of sunset | 16:21 | ||||
| Length of day | 08:22 | ||||
| Our opinion about the weather in january | |||||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad | ||||
How was the weather last january?
Here is the day by day recorded weather in London in january 2024:
45°F to 50°F
52°F to 54°F
50°F to 52°F
43°F to 47°F
41°F to 45°F
41°F to 45°F
38°F to 41°F
36°F to 40°F
34°F to 40°F
34°F to 40°F
34°F to 41°F
41°F to 45°F
34°F to 41°F
40°F to 43°F
32°F to 36°F
32°F to 38°F
34°F to 38°F
31°F to 36°F
31°F to 36°F
36°F to 41°F
45°F to 52°F
47°F to 56°F
43°F to 54°F
49°F to 56°F
47°F to 52°F
43°F to 54°F
40°F to 47°F
41°F to 50°F
47°F to 56°F
47°F to 52°F
40°F to 52°F
Map: other cities in England in january
Cities near London:
| Tunbridge Wells in january | very bad weather |
| Maidstone in january | very bad weather |
| Southend-on-Sea in january | very bad weather |
| Brighton in january | very bad weather |
| Worthing in january | very bad weather |
| Cambridge in january | very bad weather |
| Chilham in january | very bad weather |
| Oxford in january | very bad weather |
| Colchester in january | very bad weather |
| Eastbourne in january | very bad weather |
| Seven Sisters in january | very bad weather |
| Hastings in january | very bad weather |
Click over cities on the map for information about the weather in january.
London
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Weather data for London in january:
Weather data for London for january are derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in London. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in London can vary slightly from year to year, but this data should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags or check for the best time in year to go to London.