Lancashire (Preston)
January
Weather in Lancashire for January 2026
Your guide to Lancashire weather in January - trends and predictions
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With an average of 5 snowy days, Lancashire usually enjoys a light touch of snow in January.
According to Lancashire snow forecast for January 2026, no snow is expected until the end of the month.Until now, January 2026 in Lancashire is slightly cooler than the historical average by -0.8 °C.
Expect cooler weather in the next days in Lancashire with the forecast suggesting a temperature of 5.8 °C, lower than the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in Lancashire at the beginning of January is 6.1 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 7.3 °C by the end of January.
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Lancashire Weather January
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Temperatures trend during January in Lancashire
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January weather in Lancashire day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| 1 Jan. |  Heavy rain at times | 8° /3° | 10 mm | 0 cm | |
| 2 Jan. |  Patchy rain possible | 5° /2° | 3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 3 Jan. | Light rain shower | 7° /1° | 5.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 4 Jan. |  Moderate rain at times | 6° /2° | 4.3 mm | 0.8 cm | |
| 5 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 6° /2° | 7.9 mm | 0.9 cm | |
| 6 Jan. |  Overcast | 6° /1° | 1.8 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 7 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 5° /1° | 3.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 8 Jan. | Heavy rain at times | 4° /1° | 3.1 mm | 0.6 cm | |
| 9 Jan. | Moderate rain at times | 4° /0° | 4.5 mm | 1.7 cm | |
| 10 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 5° /0° | 6.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 11 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 7° /1° | 4.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 12 Jan. | Moderate rain at times | 7° /3° | 3.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /2° | 3.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 14 Jan. | Overcast | 7° /2° | 4.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 15 Jan. | Heavy rain at times | 6° /2° | 2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 16 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 5° /0° | 1 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 17 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 5° /0° | 0.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 18 Jan. |  Sunny | 4° /0° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 19 Jan. |  Light freezing rain | 5° /0° | 0.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 20 Jan. | Overcast | 6° /0° | 2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 21 Jan. | Light rain shower | 7° /2° | 1.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 22 Jan. | Light rain shower | 7° /3° | 2.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 23 Jan. |  Light rain | 7° /2° | 3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 24 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 9° /4° | 2.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 25 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /3° | 1.3 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| 26 Jan. | Light drizzle | 7° /2° | 2.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 27 Jan. |  Partly cloudy | 7° /1° | 7.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 28 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 8° /2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 29 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 6° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 30 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /4° | 2.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 31 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /4° | 1.3 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Lancashire 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 Lancashire forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Lancashire in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Lancashire during January?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 6° and colder nights, dipping below 2°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Lancashire during January?
Significant rainfall exceeding 110.3 mm is expected in Lancashire during January, occurring over more than 21 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Lancashire in January 2026?
Lancashire experiences an average snowfall of 2.23333 cm during January, occurring over 5 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Lancashire during January?
The average wind speed in Lancashire during January is 25 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
Lancashire snow forecast January 2026
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On average, Lancashire sees 5 snowy days during January, with approximately 2.2 cm of total snowfall.
January rainfall patterns in Lancashire
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Typically, Lancashire has 21 rainy days in January with a total of 110.3 mm of rainfall.
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