Scarborough weather in January (North Yorkshire, United Kingdom)

What can you expect from the weather in Scarborough during January? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In January, Scarborough generally has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. January falls within the winter season. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 8°C. But by evening, they drop to around 3°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

Scarborough in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 75 mm for the month. Typically around 21 days of rainfall is expected.

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 56 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Scarborough. July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Scarborough climate page with graphs.

 

Scarborough, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 8°C  

Water Temperature 7°C  

Chance of Rain 68%  

Precipitation 75 mm  

Rainy days 21 days  

Sunshine 56 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 18%  

Where to go in the United Kingdom in January

Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Scarborough in January?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. With a water temperature of around 7°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in January.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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