January weather forecast
Harwich, United Kingdom

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a frosty winter month in Harwich, United Kingdom, with an average temperature varying between 4°C (39.2°F) and 7°C (44.6°F).

Temperature

January, recording an average high temperature of 7°C (44.6°F) and a low temperature of 4°C (39.2°F), is Harwich's coldest month.

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Harwich, during January, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 30mm (1.18") of precipitation. In Harwich, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.5 days and collects up to 389mm (15.31") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In January, in Harwich, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout January, 18mm (0.71") of snow is accumulated. In Harwich, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.4 days and aggregates up to 53mm (2.09") of snow.

Sea temperature

In January, the average sea temperature in Harwich is 7.8°C (46°F).
Note: Dipping into 7.8°C (46°F) below 10°C (50°F) needs protective wear, or you'd face cold shock and breathing issues swiftly. Meanwhile, a slight swim around 13°C (55.4°F) feels cold to the bone.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 8h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 3:53 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:39 pm GMT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Harwich. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in January transforms into this advice:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Harwich?

January, recording an average high temperature of 7°C (44.6°F) and a low temperature of 4°C (39.2°F), is Harwich's coldest month.

How cold is it in Harwich in January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Harwich, is 7°C (44.6°F) and the average low-temperature is 4°C (39.2°F).

What is the most humid month in Harwich?

The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

What is the average humidity in January in Harwich?

In January, the average relative humidity in Harwich is 84%.

How many days does it rain in January in Harwich?

In Harwich, in January, during 13.8 rainfall days, 30mm (1.18") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Harwich?

In Harwich, in January, snow falls for 2.5 days, with typically accumulated 18mm (0.71") of snow.

How cold is the water in January in Harwich?

In January, the average sea temperature in Harwich is 7.8°C (46°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.

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

The average day length in January in Harwich is 8h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Harwich?

On the first day of January in Harwich, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 3:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:39 pm GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Harwich have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Harwich is 4.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Harwich?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Harwich?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Harwich, United Kingdom, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Harwich, United Kingdom

Average temperature in January - Harwich, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in January: 7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (20°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4°C).

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Average pressure in January
Harwich, United Kingdom

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are May and September (1016.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Harwich, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in January - Harwich, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in January: 24.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (26.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (17.2km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Harwich, United Kingdom

Average humidity in January - Harwich, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (76%).

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Average rainfall in January
Harwich, United Kingdom

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (46mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (16mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Harwich, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in January - Harwich, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in January: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (11.8 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Harwich, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in January - Harwich, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in January: 18mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (22mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Harwich, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in January - Harwich, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in January: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Harwich, United Kingdom

Average sea temperature in January - Harwich, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in January: 7.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (17.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (7.2°C).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Harwich, 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: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Harwich, United Kingdom

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

The months with the most sunshine days are April and September (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.1 days).

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Average UV index in January
Harwich, United Kingdom

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Harwich, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in January - Harwich, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in January: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 41).

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Average visibility in January
Harwich, United Kingdom

Average visibility in January - Harwich, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

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

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