January weather forecast
Swindon, United Kingdom

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Weather in January

January ushers the start of the year in Swindon with relatively low temperatures, at a high of 6.3°C (43.3°F) and a low of 1.4°C (34.5°F). The bitter chill brings abundant humidity, with a relative rate of 90%. While the short daylight hours urge locals to stay indoors, the month is also characterized by a substantial amount of cloud cover. January is a month characterized by breezy weather, gusty winds reach up to 29.7km/h (18.5mph).

Temperature

Swindon witnesses the coldest weather in January, with temperatures averaging a high of 6.3°C (43.3°F) and a low of 1.4°C (34.5°F).

Humidity

In Swindon, the average relative humidity in January is 90%.

Rainfall

In Swindon, during January, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 26mm (1.02") of precipitation. In Swindon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.8 days and collects up to 376mm (14.8") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Swindon are January through March, November and December. In Swindon, in January, snow falls for 2.6 days, with typically accumulated 14mm (0.55") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 9.9 snowfall days, and 53mm (2.09") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Swindon is 8h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 4:08 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:53 pm GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Swindon is 3.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in January transforms into this advice:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 8, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Swindon?

Swindon's temperature records reveal January as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 6.3°C (43.3°F) and lows of 1.4°C (34.5°F).

How cold is it in Swindon in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Swindon, is 6.3°C (43.3°F), while the low-temperature averages to 1.4°C (34.5°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Swindon?

The average relative humidity in January is 90%.

How much does it rain in Swindon in January?

In Swindon, during January, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 26mm (1.02") of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Swindon?

In Swindon, in January, during 2.6 snowfall days, 14mm (0.55") of snow is typically accumulated.

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

In Swindon, United Kingdom, the average day length in January is 8h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Swindon?

On the first day of January in Swindon, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 4:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:53 pm GMT.

How long on average sun shines in January in Swindon?

The average sunshine duration in January in Swindon is 3.9h.

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

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Swindon, United Kingdom.

What is the UV index reading in January in Swindon?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Swindon, United Kingdom, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Swindon, United Kingdom

Average temperature in January - Swindon, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in January: 6.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (20.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 1.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.4°C).

Average pressure in January
Swindon, United Kingdom

Average pressure in January - Swindon, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in January: 1014.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1016.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.2mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Swindon, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in January - Swindon, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in January: 17.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (13.1km/h).

Average humidity in January
Swindon, United Kingdom

Average humidity in January - Swindon, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in January: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (81%).

Average rainfall in January
Swindon, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in January - Swindon, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in January: 26mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (39mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (22mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Swindon, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in January - Swindon, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Swindon, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in January - Swindon, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in January: 14mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (20mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Swindon, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in January - Swindon, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in January: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.7 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
Swindon, United Kingdom

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Swindon, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in January: 8h and 2min

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

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and November (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Swindon, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in January - Swindon, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Swindon, United Kingdom

Average UV index in January - Swindon, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Swindon, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in January - Swindon, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in January: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 53).

Average visibility in January
Swindon, United Kingdom

Average visibility in January - Swindon, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in January: 8km

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

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