January weather forecast
Southampton, United Kingdom

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A lovely water fountain in front of the City Art Gallery building in Southampton, United Kingdom
A lovely water fountain in front of the City Art Gallery building in Southampton, United Kingdom

Weather in January

The new year begins with an atmospheric tone, as January unfolds in Southampton, United Kingdom. Looking at the climatological data, temperatures hover between a low of 3.3°C (37.9°F) and a high of 7.4°C (45.3°F), maintaining a bearable coldness. Rain is not unfamiliar during this period, leading to a dampened environment. The longer nights coupled with shorter daylight hours contribute to a chilly and stark winter ambiance. Sea temperatures plunge to a cold 9.6°C (49.3°F), with maritime segments experiencing their own version of winter.

Temperature

Southampton, United Kingdom, experiences its lowest temperatures in January, with an average peak of 7.4°C (45.3°F) and a low of 3.3°C (37.9°F).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

Rainfall

In Southampton, in January, during 16.8 rainfall days, 43mm (1.69") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 184.9 rainfall days, and 482mm (18.98") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Southampton, during January, snow falls for 1.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 6mm (0.24") of snow. In Southampton, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.5 days and aggregates up to 20mm (0.79") of snow.

Sea temperature

In January, the average sea temperature in Southampton, United Kingdom, is 9.6°C (49.3°F).
Note: Swimming in 9.6°C (49.3°F) at temperatures under 10°C (50°F) requires thermal swimsuits; otherwise, one can face cold shock and breathing difficulty. Even brief immersion at 13°C (55.4°F) feels frosty.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Southampton is 8h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 4:09 pm. On the last day of January, in Southampton, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:54 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In Southampton, the average sunshine in January is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and November, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Southampton?

January brings the lowest temperatures in Southampton, with an average high of 7.4°C (45.3°F) and an average low of 3.3°C (37.9°F).

What are January temperatures in Southampton?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Southampton, is 7.4°C (45.3°F) and the average low-temperature is 3.3°C (37.9°F).

What is the most humid month in Southampton?

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 87%, are most humid months in Southampton.

What is the average humidity in January in Southampton?

The average relative humidity in January in Southampton, United Kingdom, is 87%.

How many days does it rain in January in Southampton?

In Southampton, during January, the rain falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 43mm (1.69") of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Southampton?

In Southampton, United Kingdom, in January, during 1.5 snowfall days, 6mm (0.24") of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the water temperature in January in Southampton?

In Southampton, United Kingdom, the average seawater temperature in January is 9.6°C (49.3°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.

How many hours of daylight does Southampton have in January?

In January, the average day length in Southampton, United Kingdom, is 8h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Southampton?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 4:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:54 pm GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Southampton have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Southampton is 4.1h.

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

January, February and November, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in January in Southampton?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Southampton, United Kingdom, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Southampton, United Kingdom

Average temperature in January - Southampton, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in January: 7.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (20.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 3.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (3.3°C).

Average pressure in January
Southampton, United Kingdom

Average pressure in January - Southampton, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in January: 1014.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.7mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Southampton, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in January - Southampton, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in January: 18.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (19.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (14km/h).

Average humidity in January
Southampton, United Kingdom

Average humidity in January - Southampton, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in January: 87%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (79%).

Average rainfall in January
Southampton, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in January - Southampton, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in January: 43mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (61mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (27mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Southampton, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in January - Southampton, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in January: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (12.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Southampton, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in January - Southampton, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in January: 6mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (8mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Southampton, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in January - Southampton, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in January: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Southampton, United Kingdom

Average sea temperature in January - Southampton, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in January: 9.6°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (17.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (8.6°C).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Southampton, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in January: 8h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 8h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Southampton, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in January - Southampton, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (8.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Southampton, United Kingdom

Average UV index in January - Southampton, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and November (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Southampton, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in January - Southampton, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in January: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 44).

Average visibility in January
Southampton, United Kingdom

Average visibility in January - Southampton, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in January: 9km

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

Southampton, United Kingdom

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