January weather forecast
Penzance, United Kingdom

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a frosty winter month in Penzance, United Kingdom, with temperature in the range of an average low of 8.1°C (46.6°F) and an average high of 9.8°C (49.6°F).

Temperature

January's weather displays an average high-temperature of a chilly 9.8°C (49.6°F), slightly varied from December's 11°C (51.8°F). During January, Penzance's nighttime temperatures demonstrate a subtle cooling from daytime highs, stabilizing at a still frosty 8.1°C (46.6°F).

Humidity

January, February, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Penzance, in January, during 15 rainfall days, 18mm (0.71") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Penzance, there are 145.1 rainfall days, and 224mm (8.82") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

The only month with snowfall in Penzance is January. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.5 days and accumulates 1mm (0.04") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Penzance, in January, the average water temperature is 10.4°C (50.7°F).
Note: Swimming in 10.4°C (50.7°F) is deemed hazardous. Exposure to temperatures below 10°C (50°F) leads to immediate severe cold shock and hyperventilation.

Daylight

In Penzance, the average length of the day in January is 8h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:13 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average January temperature in Penzance?

The high-temperature during January is 9.8°C (49.6°F) and the low-temperature is 8.1°C (46.6°F).

What is the least humid month in Penzance?

The months with the lowest humidity in Penzance, United Kingdom, are January, February, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in January in Penzance?

In January, the average relative humidity in Penzance, United Kingdom, is 79%.

How much does it rain in Penzance in January?

In Penzance, in January, during 15 rainfall days, 18mm (0.71") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Penzance?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.5 days and accumulates 1mm (0.04") of snow.

When does it start snowing in Penzance?

January is the first month it typically snows in Penzance, United Kingdom. Throughout January, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of snow.

What is the water temperature in January in Penzance?

In Penzance, United Kingdom, in January, the average water temperature is 10.4°C (50.7°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 Penzance have in January?

The average day length in January is 8h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Penzance?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, in Penzance, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:13 pm GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Penzance have in January?

In Penzance, the average sunshine duration in January is 4h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index reading in January in Penzance?

In Penzance, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Penzance, United Kingdom

Average temperature in January - Penzance, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in January: 9.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (17.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (9.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 8.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (16.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (7.3°C).

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Average pressure in January
Penzance, United Kingdom

Average pressure in January - Penzance, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in January: 1014.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Penzance, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in January - Penzance, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in January: 32.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (34.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (21.9km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Penzance, United Kingdom

Average humidity in January - Penzance, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, November and December (79%).

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Average rainfall in January
Penzance, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in January - Penzance, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in January: 18mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (36mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (10mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Penzance, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in January - Penzance, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in January: 15 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (9.2 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Penzance, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in January - Penzance, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in January: 1mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1mm).
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Penzance, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in January - Penzance, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Penzance, United Kingdom

Average sea temperature in January - Penzance, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in January: 10.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (17.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (9.7°C).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Penzance, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in January: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 8h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Penzance, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in January - Penzance, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (9.7 days).

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Average UV index in January
Penzance, United Kingdom

Average UV index in January - Penzance, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in January: 3

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, November and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in January
Penzance, United Kingdom

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

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 42).

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Average visibility in January
Penzance, United Kingdom

Average visibility in January - Penzance, 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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