Normal weather for Wales in January
It's cold in January in Wales with an average temperature of 9°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 7°C to a high of 10°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 0°C and 6°C.
In January, there is an average of 128 mm of precipitation, spread over 16 days. Of the total precipitation, about 1,0 cm falls as snow in January. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
The UV index is a maximum of 3 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Wales in January |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
9°C | 5°C | |
 High Temp |
10°C | 11°C | |
| Low Temp |
7°C | 1°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
128 mm | 97 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
16 days | 12 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
1,0 cm | 16 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
1 day | 8 days | |
The climate in Wales is based on weather data from Cardiff. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Wales to get the full picture of the climate.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Wales with cold temps, averaging around 9°C during the day and nights around 5°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days in the early part of the month.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps stay steady at around 9°C, with nights around 3°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Wales is around 9°C, while nighttime temps are about 4°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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Daily Temperature in January in Wales
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Wales, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in January in Wales
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Wales, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect about 16 days of precipitation in Wales.
Daily Snowfall in January in Wales
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in January in Wales, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in January.
Daily UV Index in January in Wales
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Wales, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in January in Wales Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Wales, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total Precipitation in January in Wales Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Wales, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in January in Wales per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in January in Wales, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily Climate in January for Wales
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Wales. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Wales by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Wales. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
