January weather forecastExeter, United Kingdom

January

Weather in January

A fresh calendar year in Exeter introduces a hangover of winter's chills. Cool temperatures tend to linger while nights get significantly colder. Foggy mornings and brisk winds add to the city's wintertime aura. January displays this year's highest recorded snowfall of 8mm (0.31"), a complement to the season's serene beauty. With a lower UV index, early risers get to enjoy the tranquility of light-filled streets and landscapes.

Temperature

The advent of January in Exeter brings an average high-temperature of a still chilly 8°C (46.4°F), exhibiting minor difference from the previous month. In Exeter, nights during January observe an average temperature decrease to a wintry 4.2°C (39.6°F).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January, October through December, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

In Exeter, United Kingdom, in January, it is raining for 16.5 days, with typically 41mm (1.61") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Exeter, there are 171.2 rainfall days, and 453mm (17.83") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Exeter. The month with the most snowfall in Exeter is January, when snow falls for 1.3 days and typically aggregates up to 8mm (0.31") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Exeter is 8h and 34min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:03 pm GMT.

Sunshine

January, February and November, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Exeter.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Exeter are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.

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

Frequently asked questions

During January, Exeter experiences an average high-temperature of 8°C (46.4°F) and a low-temperature of 4.2°C (39.6°F).

The months with the highest humidity in Exeter, United Kingdom, are January, October through December, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

In January, the average relative humidity in Exeter, United Kingdom, is 86%.

In Exeter, during January, the rain falls for 16.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 41mm (1.61") of precipitation.

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 1.3 days and typically aggregates up to 8mm (0.31") of snow.

In January, in Exeter, United Kingdom, it is snowing for 1.3 days. Throughout January, 8mm (0.31") of snow is accumulated.

The average day length in January is 8h and 34min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, in Exeter, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:03 pm GMT.

January, February and November, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Exeter.

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.1h.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Exeter, United Kingdom, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Long-term

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

Dec

January

Feb

Average high temperature

9.1°C

8°C

7.9°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

23.8km/h

23.3km/h

24km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

11.8

11.7

11.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Exeter, United Kingdom

Average high temperature in January: 8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (19.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (7.9°C).

Average low temperature in January: 4.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (3.9°C).

Average pressure in January
Exeter, United Kingdom

Average pressure in January: 1014.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.3mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Exeter, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in January: 22km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (22.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (14.8km/h).

Average humidity in January
Exeter, United Kingdom

Average humidity in January: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, October, November and December (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and July (83%).

Average rainfall in January
Exeter, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in January: 41mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (56mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (24mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Exeter, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in January: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (11.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Exeter, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in January: 8mm

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

Average snowfall days in January
Exeter, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in January: 1.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (1.3 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
Exeter, United Kingdom

Average daylight in January: 8h and 36min

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 6min).

Average sunshine in January: 4h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and November (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Exeter, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in January: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (8.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Exeter, United Kingdom

Average UV index in January: 2

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

Average cloud cover in January
Exeter, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in January: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 45).

Average visibility in January
Exeter, United Kingdom

Average visibility in January: 9km

The month with the highest visibility is February (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).