If you plan to visit Newquay in January, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +9°C during the day and approximately 1 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 18 rainy days in the month and around 81 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
January is usually the coldest month of the year in Newquay;
Average weather
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+9°C
Avg. max. temperature
-8°C
Min.
+15°C
Max.
81 mm
Total precipitation
83%
Avg. humidity
6 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
18 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Newquay has OK weather in January.
Average temperature in Newquay in January
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Newquay for January based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +15°C during the day to a minimum of +1°C during the night, the temperature in January averages around +10°C.
The average maximum temperature goes down 7% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +12°C to +11°C.
Is Newquay warm or cold in January?
Newquay is typically cool in January.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +10°C to +9°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +6°C to +5°C.
Pack a sweater and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.
January is the coldest month in Newquay, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Newquay in January
Water in Newquay in January is Cold. It varies from +9°C to +11°C, with an average of +10°C.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +9°C.
The water temperature in January is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Newquay are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +17°C. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +9°C.
Can you swim in Newquay in January?
We would not recommend swimming in Newquay in January, the water is very cold (+10°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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Very warm
+28°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.
Climate in Newquay in January
Newquay weather looks like this, on average, in January and the surrounding months.
December
January
February
Avg. temperature
+10°C
+9°C
+9°C
Min. temperature
-5°C
-8°C
-6°C
Max. temperature
+16°C
+15°C
+17°C
Rainfall
89 mm
81 mm
65 mm
Wind
6 m/s
6 m/s
6 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+12°C
+10°C
+10°C
Humidity
83%
83%
82%
Air pressure
1014 HPa
1015 HPa
1015 HPa
Sunny days
1
1
2
Cloudy days
10
10
10
Rainy days
19
18
16
Snowy days
0
1
1
January weather is still as ok as in December.It’s getting colder in January. From +10°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +9°C.As January arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 89 mm to 81 mm.Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 83%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during January, staying around 6 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 1 sunny days during the month.
February brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Newquay in January based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 6 m/s getting up to 11 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Newquay is gradually increasing during January, going from 6 m/s to 6 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during January in Newquay based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 52% chance of rain on an average day in January, with total rainfall of approximately 94 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 14 mm, which is considered light rain.January is a pretty wet month with over 16 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how January is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Newquay wettest month is December, where a typical day has a 61% chance of precipitation and 89 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 52% chance of precipitation and 51 mm of rainfall per day.
Snow
Amount of snow in mm during January in Newquay based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 0% chance of snow on an average day in January, with a total monthly snowfall of approximately 1 mm.
January is one of the snowiest months in Newquay.
Here’s how January is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:
How was the weather last January in Newquay?
This is the weather in Newquay in January 2023:
1 January
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+12°C
2 January
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+10°C
3 January
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+14°C
4 January
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+14°C
5 January
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+14°C
6 January
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+13°C
7 January
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+13°C
8 January
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+10°C
9 January
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+10°C
10 January
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+15°C
11 January
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+13°C
12 January
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+13°C
13 January
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+11°C
14 January
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+13°C
15 January
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+9°C
16 January
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+7°C
17 January
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+6°C
18 January
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+7°C
19 January
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+8°C
20 January
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+10°C
21 January
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+8°C
22 January
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+9°C
23 January
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+10°C
24 January
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+8°C
25 January
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+10°C
26 January
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+8°C
27 January
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+7°C
28 January
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+7°C
29 January
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+10°C
30 January
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+11°C
31 January
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+11°C
In January 2023 Newquay had 9 sunny days, 16 cloudy days, and 6 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +10°C, with an absolute maximum of +15°C and a minimum of +6°C. The average humidity was 83%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 56%. The average wind speed was 6 m/s, with a maximum of 15 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in January?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Newquay climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Newquay in January has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1986 (+12°C) and the highest in 2022 (+15°C). The driest year was 2005 with only 621 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2012 with 996 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Newquay in January:
Is January a good time to visit Newquay?
It’s always a good time to visit Newquay, but the weather is changeable in January, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Newquay in January?
Not really, January is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.
Can you swim in Newquay in January?
Swimming in Newquay in January is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Newquay rainy in January?
Newquay is often rainy in January. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Newquay in January?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Newquay in January, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
Other cities in United Kingdom
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For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Newquay, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.