January weather forecast
Porthmadog, United Kingdom

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Porthmadog, United Kingdom, is an icy winter month, with an average temperature varying between 5.6°C (42.1°F) and 1.9°C (35.4°F).

Temperature

January stands out as Porthmadog's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 5.6°C (42.1°F) and a low of 1.9°C (35.4°F).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Porthmadog, United Kingdom, are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

Rainfall

In Porthmadog, in January, it is raining for 18.7 days, with typically 79mm (3.11") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Porthmadog, there are 230 rainfall days, and 940mm (37.01") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 6.1 days and typically aggregates up to 70mm (2.76") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Porthmadog, in January, the average water temperature is 8.8°C (47.8°F).
Note: Dipping in 8.8°C (47.8°F) at temperatures less than 10°C (50°F) without proper gear can lead to pronounced cold shock and breathing difficulties.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 8h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:29 am and sunset at 4:10 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 4:58 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In Porthmadog, the average sunshine in January is 2.8h.

UV index

January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Porthmadog?

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 5.6°C (42.1°F) and a low temperature of 1.9°C (35.4°F), is generally the coldest month in Porthmadog, United Kingdom.

How cold does it get in Porthmadog in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Porthmadog, is 5.6°C (42.1°F), while the average low-temperature is 1.9°C (35.4°F).

What is the most humid month in Porthmadog?

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 91%, are most humid months in Porthmadog, United Kingdom.

What is the average humidity in January in Porthmadog?

In Porthmadog, the average relative humidity in January is 91%.

How many days does it rain in January in Porthmadog?

In Porthmadog, during January, the rain falls for 18.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 79mm (3.11") of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Porthmadog?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Porthmadog. Snow falls for 6.1 days and accumulates 70mm (2.76") of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Porthmadog?

In Porthmadog, in January, snow falls for 6.1 days, with typically accumulated 70mm (2.76") of snow.

What is the sea water temperature in January in Porthmadog?

In Porthmadog, United Kingdom, in January, the average water temperature is 8.8°C (47.8°F). Swimming in 8.8°C (47.8°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

How many hours of daylight does Porthmadog have in January?

In Porthmadog, United Kingdom, the average day length in January is 8h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Porthmadog?

On the first day of January in Porthmadog, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 8:29 am and sunset at 4:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 4:58 pm GMT.

How long on average sun shines in January in Porthmadog?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 2.8h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Porthmadog are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Porthmadog?

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

Average temperature in January - Porthmadog, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in January: 5.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 1.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (10.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (1.5°C).

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Average pressure in January
Porthmadog, United Kingdom

Average pressure in January - Porthmadog, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in January: 1012.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.1mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Porthmadog, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in January - Porthmadog, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in January: 16.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (17.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (11.2km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Porthmadog, United Kingdom

Average humidity in January - Porthmadog, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in January: 91%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (84%).

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Average rainfall in January
Porthmadog, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in January - Porthmadog, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in January: 79mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (103mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are April and May (52mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Porthmadog, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in January - Porthmadog, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in January: 18.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (15.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Porthmadog, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in January - Porthmadog, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in January: 70mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (70mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Porthmadog, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in January - Porthmadog, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Porthmadog, United Kingdom

Average sea temperature in January - Porthmadog, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in January: 8.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (15.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (8.3°C).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Porthmadog, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in January: 8h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Porthmadog, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in January - Porthmadog, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in January: 7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (10.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.9 days).

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Average UV index in January
Porthmadog, United Kingdom

Average UV index in January - Porthmadog, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Porthmadog, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in January - Porthmadog, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in January: 74

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 60).

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Average visibility in January
Porthmadog, United Kingdom

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (7km).

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