Wales (Cardiff)
January
Weather in Wales for January 2026
Your guide to Wales weather in January - trends and predictions
With an average of 2 snowy days, Wales usually enjoys a light touch of snow in January.
In general, the average temperature in Wales at the beginning of January is 8.4 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to slightly increase, reaching an average of 8.7 °C by the end of January.
Wales in January brings notable rainfall, with an average of 20 rainy days and a total precipitation of 106.4 mm.
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7°/3°
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Wales Weather January
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| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  11° | 2  8° | 3  8° | 4 8° | |||
| 5 10° | 6 8° | 7 6° | 8  5° | 9 5° | 10 6° | 11 6° |
| 12 7° | 13 7° | 14 8° | 15 7° | 16  6° | 17 5° | 18  6° |
| 19 5° | 20 6° | 21 7° | 22 8° | 23  8° | 24 9° | 25 9° |
| 26 9° | 27 8° | 28 8° | 29 9° | 30 9° | 31 9° |
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Temperatures trend during January in Wales
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January weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| 1 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 11° /5° | 8.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 2 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 8° /4° | 4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 3 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 8° /4° | 6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 4 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /5° | 8.4 mm | 1.8 cm | |
| 5 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 10° /4° | 6.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 6 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /3° | 1.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 7 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 6° /2° | 6.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 8 Jan. | Heavy rain at times | 5° /2° | 1.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 9 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 5° /1° | 0.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 10 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 6° /2° | 9.9 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| 11 Jan. | Heavy rain at times | 6° /2° | 7.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 12 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 7° /3° | 6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /3° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 14 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 8° /3° | 6.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 15 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /3° | 0.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 16 Jan. | Overcast | 6° /1° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 17 Jan. | Overcast | 5° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 18 Jan. | Cloudy | 6° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 19 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 5° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 20 Jan. | Overcast | 6° /1° | 2.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 21 Jan. | Overcast | 7° /3° | 6.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 22 Jan. | Cloudy | 8° /3° | 1.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 23 Jan. | Light rain | 8° /3° | 2.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 24 Jan. | Light drizzle | 9° /3° | 3.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 25 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 9° /3° | 3.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 26 Jan. | Overcast | 9° /3° | 5.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 27 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /2° | 1.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 28 Jan. | Overcast | 8° /3° | 1.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 29 Jan. | Cloudy | 9° /5° | 0.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 30 Jan. | Cloudy | 9° /2° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 31 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 9° /3° | 2.8 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Wales in January is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Wales forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Wales in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Wales during January?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 7° and colder nights, dipping below 3°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Wales during January?
Significant rainfall exceeding 106.4 mm is expected in Wales during January, occurring over more than 20 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Wales in January 2026?
Wales experiences an average snowfall of 2.19333 cm during January, occurring over 2 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Wales during January?
The average wind speed in Wales during January is 28 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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