United Kingdom in January
Dark, damp and the cheapest month of the year in the cities, with Highland daylight barely stretching to seven hours.
Is January a good time to visit United Kingdom?
January is one of the better months across United Kingdom, with crowds averaging 45/100 and typical highs near 8°C.
What closes and what fills up in January
- New Year’s Day, 1 January
- 2 January, a bank holiday in Scotland only
United Kingdom city by city in January
The same month can feel very different depending where you are.
How January compares across the year
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Frequently asked questions
Is January a good month to visit United Kingdom?
January is one of the better months across United Kingdom, with crowds averaging 45/100 and typical highs near 8°C.
How busy is United Kingdom in January?
Averaged across the destinations we track, United Kingdom sits near 45/100 in January. The calmest of them is Edinburgh.
What is the weather like in United Kingdom in January?
Expect average highs near 8°C and lows near 2°C, with roughly 12 wet days — though United Kingdom varies by region.