Ampthill, United Kingdom — Weather in January 2027

Monthly climate averages for Ampthill, United Kingdom. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.

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January is a poor month in Ampthill

Climate Overview

Ampthill, United Kingdom in January has cold conditions, with highs averaging around 6.9°C (44°F). Rain falls on about 11 days this month.

This month falls at the middle of Winter. Cold conditions dominate the month.

Temperatures remain fairly steady throughout January, with daily highs around 8°C (46°F).

January sees fairly even rainfall, totalling about 54 mm across the month.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 29th, averaging 8.3°C (47°F).

Compared to December, this month is about 1°C cooler with 2 fewer rainy days.

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Monthly January Averages

Temperature
7°C / 2°C
Feels Like
3°C / -2°C
Rain
11 days · 55 mm
Sunshine
3.6h / day
Humidity
87% — Very Humid
Wind
23 km/h
Wind Direction
WSW (247°)
Gusts
44 km/h
Daylight
8.4 h
Cloud Cover
70%
Clear Sky Days
2.4
UV Index
1 — Low
Dew Point
2°C — Dry
Moon Phase
First Quarter · 46%
Snow Days
2 days · 2.6 cm
Frost Days
10 days

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

16°C 12°C 8°C 4°C 0°C -4°C -8°C 151015202531
High Low

Daily Precipitation

0 mm 2 mm 4 mm 6 mm 151015202531
Rainfall

Daily Sunshine

0h 2h 4h 6h 8h 151015202531
Sunshine

Daily Wind Speed

0 7 14 21 28 35 151015202531
Wind Speed
Sun Position
Sunrise 08:03
Daylight 8.3h
Sunset 16:20

What to Expect

Cold daytime highs of 7°C (44°F) mean shorter outdoor excursions with warming breaks.

Rain usually comes in shorter passing showers rather than all-day rain.

Recent yearly records for January have stayed close to the long-run average.

Compare Months

January
Poor
Temp
7°C / 2°C
Feels Like
3°C / -2°C
Rain
11days (55 mm) Wet
Sun
3.6h Poor
Humidity
87% Very Muggy
UV
1 Low
Snow Days
2days
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February
Poor
Temp
9°C / 3°C
Feels Like
4°C / -2°C
Rain
10days (49 mm) Wet
Sun
5h Fair
Humidity
83% Humid
UV
1.6 Low
Snow Days
1days
View Details
March
Poor
Temp
10°C / 4°C
Feels Like
6°C / 0°C
Rain
12days (57 mm) Wet
Sun
6.6h Fair
Humidity
80% Humid
UV
3.3 Moderate
Snow Days
1days
View Details
April
Fair
Temp
13°C / 5°C
Feels Like
10°C / 1°C
Rain
10days (40 mm) Wet
Sun
9.4h Good
Humidity
75% Muggy
UV
4.6 Moderate
View Details
May best
Good
Temp
17°C / 8°C
Feels Like
15°C / 6°C
Rain
10days (56 mm) Wet
Sun
10.4h Excellent
Humidity
74% Muggy
UV
5.3 High
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June best
Good
Temp
20°C / 12°C
Feels Like
19°C / 10°C
Rain
10days (61 mm) Wet
Sun
10.7h Excellent
Humidity
73% Muggy
UV
6.1 High
View Details
July best
Excellent
Temp
22°C / 14°C
Feels Like
21°C / 13°C
Rain
11days (58 mm) Wet
Sun
10.4h Excellent
Humidity
70% Muggy
UV
5.6 High
View Details
August best
Excellent
Temp
22°C / 14°C
Feels Like
20°C / 12°C
Rain
10days (52 mm) Wet
Sun
9.5h Good
Humidity
72% Muggy
UV
5.2 High
View Details
September best
Good
Temp
19°C / 12°C
Feels Like
17°C / 10°C
Rain
11days (62 mm) Wet
Sun
7.7h Good
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
4 Moderate
View Details
October
Fair
Temp
15°C / 9°C
Feels Like
12°C / 6°C
Rain
11days (74 mm) Wet
Sun
5.6h Fair
Humidity
83% Humid
UV
2.3 Moderate
View Details
November
Poor
Temp
10°C / 5°C
Feels Like
7°C / 2°C
Rain
12days (65 mm) Wet
Sun
4.2h Fair
Humidity
87% Very Muggy
UV
1.2 Low
View Details
December
Poor
Temp
8°C / 4°C
Feels Like
5°C / 0°C
Rain
13days (66 mm) Wet
Sun
2.7h Poor
Humidity
89% Very Muggy
UV
0.7 Low
Snow Days
1days
View Details
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status
January 7°C / 2°C 3°C / -2°C 11days (55 mm) Wet 3.6h Poor 87% Very Muggy 1 Low Poor View Details
February 9°C / 3°C 4°C / -2°C 10days (49 mm) Wet 5h Fair 83% Humid 1.6 Low Poor View Details
March 10°C / 4°C 6°C / 0°C 12days (57 mm) Wet 6.6h Fair 80% Humid 3.3 Moderate Poor View Details
April 13°C / 5°C 10°C / 1°C 10days (40 mm) Wet 9.4h Good 75% Muggy 4.6 Moderate Fair View Details
May best 17°C / 8°C 15°C / 6°C 10days (56 mm) Wet 10.4h Excellent 74% Muggy 5.3 High Good View Details
June best 20°C / 12°C 19°C / 10°C 10days (61 mm) Wet 10.7h Excellent 73% Muggy 6.1 High Good View Details
July best 22°C / 14°C 21°C / 13°C 11days (58 mm) Wet 10.4h Excellent 70% Muggy 5.6 High Excellent View Details
August best 22°C / 14°C 20°C / 12°C 10days (52 mm) Wet 9.5h Good 72% Muggy 5.2 High Excellent View Details
September best 19°C / 12°C 17°C / 10°C 11days (62 mm) Wet 7.7h Good 77% Humid 4 Moderate Good View Details
October 15°C / 9°C 12°C / 6°C 11days (74 mm) Wet 5.6h Fair 83% Humid 2.3 Moderate Fair View Details
November 10°C / 5°C 7°C / 2°C 12days (65 mm) Wet 4.2h Fair 87% Very Muggy 1.2 Low Poor View Details
December 8°C / 4°C 5°C / 0°C 13days (66 mm) Wet 2.7h Poor 89% Very Muggy 0.7 Low Poor View Details

What to Wear

Full winter gear is a must — insulated coat, thermal base layers, warm hat, gloves, and waterproof boots.

A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella is recommended for occasional showers.

Packing List

Warm coatUmbrellaWaterproof jacketComfortable walking shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

January is typically poor for visiting Ampthill, with average highs of 7°C (44°F) and around 11 rainy days. Ampthill, United Kingdom in January has cold conditions, with highs averaging around 6.9°C (44°F). Rain falls on about 1
Ampthill typically sees around 11 rainy days in January with 55 mm (2.2 in) of total rainfall. Pack a waterproof jacket.
Yes, nights in Ampthill during January are cold, averaging 2°C (35°F). Pack warm layers and a coat for evenings.
With highs of 7°C (44°F) and lows of 2°C (35°F) in January, we recommend: Warm coat, Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Comfortable walking shoes. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
January is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Ampthill. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Ampthill during January is 1 (low). No special sun protection is needed.
Ampthill gets approximately 8 hours of daylight per day in January, with around 4 hours of sunshine.
Yes, Ampthill typically sees around 2 snow days in January with roughly 3 cm (1 in) of snowfall.

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