County Durham (Durham)
January
Weather in County Durham for January 2026
Your guide to County Durham weather in January - trends and predictions
Snowfall in County Durham during January is quite rare, with fewer than 2 snowy days on average.
According to County Durham snow forecast for January 2026, no snow is expected at the beginning of the month.In general, the average temperature in County Durham at the beginning of January is 2 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to noticeably warm up, reaching an average of 5 °C by the end of January.
County Durham experiences moderate rainfall in January, with an average of 6 rainy days and a total precipitation of 82.2 mm.
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County Durham Weather January
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Temperatures trend during January in County Durham
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January weather in County Durham day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| 1 Jan. |  Partly cloudy | 3° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 2 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 1° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 3 Jan. |  Overcast | 3° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 4 Jan. | Overcast | 2° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 5 Jan. |  Moderate or heavy snow showers | 1° /0° | 28.8 mm | 3.2 cm | |
| 6 Jan. |  Moderate rain at times | 3° /0° | 8.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 7 Jan. |  Light freezing rain | 1° /-1° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 8 Jan. |  Sunny | 1° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 9 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 1° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 10 Jan. |  Cloudy | 1° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 11 Jan. | Overcast | 2° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 12 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 3° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 Jan. | Overcast | 7° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 14 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 10° /5° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 15 Jan. | Overcast | 10° /4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 16 Jan. | Sunny | 9° /3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 17 Jan. | Overcast | 8° /3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 18 Jan. | Sunny | 6° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 19 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 2° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 20 Jan. |  Patchy rain possible | 3° /0° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 21 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 6° /1° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 22 Jan. | Overcast | 4° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 23 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 4° /0° | 0.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 24 Jan. | Moderate rain at times | 8° /1° | 6.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 25 Jan. | Overcast | 4° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 26 Jan. | Moderate rain at times | 4° /0° | 4.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 27 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 5° /1° | 19.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 28 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 6° /3° | 0.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 29 Jan. | Overcast | 6° /2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 30 Jan. | Sunny | 5° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 31 Jan. |  Fog | 5° /2° | 2.1 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for County Durham 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 County Durham forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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County Durham in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in County Durham during January?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding 5° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in County Durham during January?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in County Durham during January, with a total of 82.2 mm spread over approximately 6 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.
Will it snow in County Durham in January 2026?
County Durham typically sees 3.18 cm of snowfall during January.
What are the typical wind conditions in County Durham during January?
The average wind speed in County Durham during January is 22 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
County Durham snow forecast January 2026
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On average, County Durham sees 1 snowy days during January, with approximately 3.2 cm of total snowfall.
January rainfall patterns in County Durham
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Typically, County Durham has 6 rainy days in January with a total of 82.2 mm of rainfall.
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