January weather forecast
York, United Kingdom

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Weather in January

The weather in York, United Kingdom, during January is usually cold and humid, marked with snowfall. On colder days, temperatures can drop to about 1.3°C (34.3°F) whilst humidity levels peak at 89%, which is relatively high compared to other months. The city also experiences intermittent snowfall with a reading of approximately 18mm (0.71") of snow spread across roughly three days. The weather characterises January as a month with a cosy ambiance, especially on days when a light blanket of snow covers the city. Diminished daylight hours and the chilly breeze combined give York a quintessential winter atmosphere.

Temperature

January brings the lowest temperatures, with an average high of 5.7°C (42.3°F) and an average low of 1.3°C (34.3°F).

Humidity

In York, the average relative humidity in January is 89%.

Rainfall

In York, in January, during 11.8 rainfall days, 23mm (0.91") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.6 days and collects up to 382mm (15.04") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in York. January is the month with the most snowfall in York. Snow falls for 3 days and accumulates 18mm (0.71") of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in York is 8h and 5min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:22 am and sunset at 3:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:42 pm GMT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. 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 are the coldest months in York?

The coldest time of the year is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 5.7°C (42.3°F) and a low of 1.3°C (34.3°F).

Is January cold in York?

In York, in January, the average high-temperature is 5.7°C (42.3°F), and the average low-temperature is 1.3°C (34.3°F).

What is the average humidity in January in York?

The average relative humidity in January in York is 89%.

How many days does it rain in January in York?

In January, in York, United Kingdom, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout January, 23mm (0.91") of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in York?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3 days and accumulates 18mm (0.71") of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in York?

In York, in January, snow falls for 3 days, with typically accumulated 18mm (0.71") of snow.

How many hours of daylight does York have in January?

In York, United Kingdom, the average day length in January is 8h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in York?

On the first day of January in York, sunrise is at 8:22 am and sunset at 3:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:42 pm GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does York have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in York is 4.1h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in January in York?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in York, United Kingdom, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
York, United Kingdom

Average temperature in January - York, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in January: 5.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (20°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 1.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.3°C).

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Average pressure in January
York, United Kingdom

Average pressure in January - York, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in January: 1011.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
York, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in January - York, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in January: 15.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (16.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (11.8km/h).

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Average humidity in January
York, United Kingdom

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (79%).

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Average rainfall in January
York, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in January - York, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in January: 23mm

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

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Average rainfall days in January
York, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in January - York, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.7 days).

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Average snowfall in January
York, United Kingdom

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (18mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
York, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in January - York, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3 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 daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
York, United Kingdom

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and November (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in January
York, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in January - York, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).

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Average UV index in January
York, United Kingdom

Average UV index in January - York, 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).

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Average cloud cover in January
York, United Kingdom

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

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 52).

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Average visibility in January
York, United Kingdom

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

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

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