January weather - Winter 2025 - Manchester, United Kingdom

Weather in January
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Average pressure in January
Average wind speed in January
Average humidity in January
Average rainfall in January
Average rainfall days in January
Average snowfall in January
Average snowfall days in January
Average daylight in January
Average sunshine in January
Average sunshine days in January
Average UV index in January
Average cloud cover in January
Average visibility in January

The old and new buildings of the town hall in Manchester, United Kingdom, within the city center

Weather in January

At the beginning of the year, a shift can be seen as the weather in Manchester begins to transform from the frosty conditions of winter. January brings about an increased likelihood of periodic snowfall amounting to 24mm (0.94") dispersed over approximately three days. The chill in the air remains pronounced, although the atmospheric conditions begin to alter towards the end of the month. Fewer daylight hours persist, prompting a lengthier reliance on artificial lighting. On most days, cloud cover enwraps the city, often serving as a prelude to bouts of drizzly showers.

Temperature

January is the coldest month in Manchester, United Kingdom, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 5.7°C (42.3°F) and an average low of 1.5°C (34.7°F).

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 89%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Manchester, in January, during 15.6 rainfall days, 34mm (1.34") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Manchester, during the entire year, the rain falls for 205.2 days and collects up to 524mm (20.63") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 2.7 days and accumulates 24mm (0.94") of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Manchester is 8h and 9min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:24 am and sunset at 3:59 pm. On the last day of January, in Manchester, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:48 pm GMT.

Sunshine

January and February, with an average of 3.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Manchester, United Kingdom.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Manchester. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.

Updated: Feb 8, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Manchester?

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 5.7°C (42.3°F) and a low temperature of 1.5°C (34.7°F), is generally the coldest month.

How cold is January in Manchester?

In Manchester, in January, the average high-temperature is 5.7°C (42.3°F), and the average low-temperature is 1.5°C (34.7°F).

What are the most humid months in Manchester?

The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

What is the average humidity in January in Manchester?

In January, the average relative humidity in Manchester is 89%.

How much does it rain in Manchester in January?

In Manchester, in January, it is raining for 15.6 days, with typically 34mm (1.34") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Manchester?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Manchester, United Kingdom. Snow falls for 2.7 days and accumulates 24mm (0.94") of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Manchester?

In Manchester, in January, snow falls for 2.7 days, with typically accumulated 24mm (0.94") of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Manchester?

The average day length in January in Manchester is 8h and 9min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Manchester?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:24 am and sunset at 3:59 pm. On the last day of the month, in Manchester, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:48 pm GMT.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Manchester?

The months with the least sunshine in Manchester are January and February, with an average of 3.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Manchester?

In Manchester, United Kingdom, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Manchester?

The months with the lowest UV index in Manchester, United Kingdom, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in January in Manchester?

In Manchester, United Kingdom, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Year January F M A M J J A S O N D

Dec

January

Feb

Average high temperature

6.4°C 43.5°F

5.7°C 42.3°F

6.4°C 43.5°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

18.3km/h 11.4mph

18.8km/h 11.7mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

11.1

11.8

9.9

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Manchester, United Kingdom

Average high temperature in January: 5.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (19.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.7°C).

Average low temperature in January: 1.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.5°C).

Average pressure in January
Manchester, United Kingdom

Average pressure in January: 1012.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Manchester, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in January: 17.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (17.8km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (12.5km/h).

Average humidity in January
Manchester, United Kingdom

Average humidity in January: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (79%).

Average rainfall in January
Manchester, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in January: 34mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (67mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (23mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Manchester, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in January: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (14.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Manchester, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in January: 24mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (24mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Manchester, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in January: 2.7 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Manchester, United Kingdom

Average daylight in January: 8h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine in January: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Manchester, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in January: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (12.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Manchester, United Kingdom

Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Manchester, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in January: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 54).

Average visibility in January
Manchester, United Kingdom

Average visibility in January: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June and October (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July, August, September, November and December (8km).

January weather forecast
Manchester, United Kingdom

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