January weather forecast
Sheffield, United Kingdom

January

Weather in January

Sheffield experiences its coldest month in January. With the longest nights, providing only 8.2 hours of daylight on average, a noticeable chill in the air is palpable. The city wrestles with high relative humidity of 89% and regular snowfall experienced over roughly three days sums up the month quite accurately. During the night, a dip in temperature can be felt as lows go down to 1.4°C (34.5°F) which complements the record of the highest wind gust speed of the year at 30.3km/h (18.8mph). Stroll around this city during the daytime and you'll usually experience brisk temperatures maxing out at around 5.4°C (41.7°F).

Temperature

January, noted for its average high-temperature of 5.4°C (41.7°F) and an average low-temperature of 1.4°C (34.5°F), is considered the coldest month.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sheffield, during January, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 30mm (1.18") of precipitation. In Sheffield, United Kingdom, during the entire year, the rain falls for 187.7 days and collects up to 462mm (18.19") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Sheffield, United Kingdom. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 3.1 days and typically aggregates up to 29mm (1.14") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 8h and 10min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 3:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:45 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 4h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Sheffield. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Sheffield?
Sheffield experiences its lowest temperatures in January, with an average peak of 5.4°C (41.7°F) and a low of 1.4°C (34.5°F).
How cold does it get in Sheffield in January?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Sheffield, United Kingdom, during January are 5.4°C (41.7°F) and 1.4°C (34.5°F) respectively.
What are the most humid months in Sheffield?
The months with the highest humidity are January, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 89%.
What is the average humidity in January in Sheffield?
In Sheffield, the average relative humidity in January is 89%.
How many days does it rain in January in Sheffield?
In Sheffield, in January, during 13.3 rainfall days, 30mm (1.18") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
What is the snowiest month in Sheffield?
The month with the most snowfall in Sheffield, United Kingdom, is January, when snow falls for 3.1 days and typically aggregates up to 29mm (1.14") of snow.
How much does it snow in Sheffield in January?
In Sheffield, in January, snow falls for 3.1 days, with typically accumulated 29mm (1.14") of snow.
What is the average length of the day in January in Sheffield?
In Sheffield, the average day length in January is 8h and 10min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Sheffield?
On the first day of January in Sheffield, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 3:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:45 pm GMT.
How long on average sun shines in January in Sheffield?
In January, the average sunshine duration in Sheffield is 4h.
When is the lowest UV index in Sheffield?
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Sheffield.
What is the UV index reading in January in Sheffield?
In Sheffield, United Kingdom, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in January - Sheffield, United Kingdom
Average temperature in January
Sheffield, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in January: 5.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (19.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 1.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (1.4°C).

Average pressure in January - Sheffield, United Kingdom
Average pressure in January
Sheffield, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in January: 1012.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.2mbar).

Average wind speed in January - Sheffield, United Kingdom
Average wind speed in January
Sheffield, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in January: 18.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18.9km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (13km/h).

Average humidity in January - Sheffield, United Kingdom
Average humidity in January
Sheffield, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in January: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May, July and August (80%).

Average rainfall in January - Sheffield, United Kingdom
Average rainfall in January
Sheffield, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in January: 30mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (56mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (23mm).

Average rainfall days in January - Sheffield, United Kingdom
Average rainfall days in January
Sheffield, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in January: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.4 days).

Average snowfall in January - Sheffield, United Kingdom
Average snowfall in January
Sheffield, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in January: 29mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (29mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January - Sheffield, United Kingdom
Average snowfall days in January
Sheffield, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.5 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 - Sheffield, United Kingdom
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Sheffield, 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: 4h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and November (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January - Sheffield, United Kingdom
Average sunshine days in January
Sheffield, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (13 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.1 days).

Average UV index in January - Sheffield, United Kingdom
Average UV index in January
Sheffield, 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 - Sheffield, United Kingdom
Average cloud cover in January
Sheffield, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in January: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 53).

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

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

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