Newquay weather in January (Cornwall, United Kingdom)

Looking to travel to Newquay in January? This guide provides all the details you need.

In January, Newquay generally has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. January is a winter month. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 11°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 6°C.

Newquay in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 95 mm for the month. Typically around 21 days of rainfall is expected.

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 68 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, February, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Newquay, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 6°C  

Max Temperature 11°C  

Chance of Rain 71%  

Precipitation 95 mm  

Rainy days 21 days  

Sunshine 68 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

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 Newquay in January?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

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