What's The Weather Like in London in January?
January is the coldest month in London, UK when the winter season is underway. The city is cool and wet but milder when compared to many other northern European cities. It's a good time to visit if you want to avoid crowds and queues at the city's attractions.
How Cold Is London In January?
Throughout the month, the average temperature remains constant at 5-6°C, with little variation. Daily highs are around 8°C over the course of January, rising above 12°C or going under 3°C very rarely.
Highest Temperature
The highest temperature recorded in London in January is a surprisingly mild 17°C, with the lowest recorded temperature ever being a bracing -5°C.
How Wet Is London In January?
With 52mm of rainfall spread across 19 days throughout the month, it's almost guaranteed that you'll experience some rain on your trip.
January Snow and Fog
London experiences snowfall on an average of two days throughout January. Despite the rain, cloudiness and snowfall, London experiences less than one foggy day each month during January.
Average Sunshine Hours
There are around three hours of sunshine each day in London in January, a figure which varies according to how dense the cloud is on each given day.
How Windy Is London In January?
Throughout January, wind speed tends to vary from mild to moderate breezes, usually coming from a south-westerly direction, followed by the west and then the east.
London Hotels in January
The Luna Simone Hotel
The Luna Simone Hotel is located in Victoria, close to a main Underground station which you can use to get to London's main attractions and airport quickly and easily. Established in 1970, this family-run hotel provides accommodation. Although services and facilities are limited, the best thing about this hotel is its location - Big Ben, Parliament Square, and Westminster Abbey are all just a 20-minute walk away.
The Westbridge Hotel
If you're after a bit of luxury, check out the Westbridge Hotel. This stylish boutique hotel is found in the centre of Stratford, only a short walk away from a myriad of shops, bars, restaurants and other attractions. Here you can choose from standard double rooms, standard twin rooms, double deluxe rooms and suites.
Restaurants and Bars in London in January
The Shoreditch
The Shoreditch is a quirky and vibrant Tiki-themed hangout in East London, with happy hour deals all the way through the week. The bar features fresh and fruity cocktails, with DJs spinning their tunes every night.
Things to do in London in January
Les Miserables
Culture vultures will be eager to see Les Miserables the longest running musical in the world. This classic performance focuses on the saga of Jean Valjean who, after 19 years on parole, is released from prison and struggles to get his life back on track.
Some of the most popular songs from the musical include I Dreamed a Dream, One Day More and At the End of the Day. Les Miserables is performed at the Queen's Theatre London and tickets get snapped up quickly, so make sure you book as far in advance as you can to ensure you get a good seat.
Bomber Command Memorial
If you're interested in Britain's history, stop off at the Bomber Command Memorial. Dedicated to the 55,573 young members of the Bomber Command crew who lost their lives whilst fighting, this memorial is striking and can be very emotional. Don't forget to take your camera with you you won't want to miss the chance to snap some shots of this magnificent statue.
The Wallace Collection
The Wallace Collection is one of the most popular art attractions in London. This comprehensive museum is open every day and offers free admission to the 25 galleries which display all sorts of 18th century French paintings, porcelain and furniture.
If you want to find out all you can about the art, join one of the free highlight tours which take place at 1pm each day. In addition to the regular displays, the Wallace Collection is also home to various temporary exhibitions, so there's always something new and interesting to see.
Houses of Parliament
Visitors who are interested in politics should definitely pay a visit to the Houses of Parliament during their stay in London. The building is open to all local and overseas visitors who want to attend debates, sit in on committee meetings or enjoy a tour of the building.
Please note that essential refurbishment works are being carried out from early 2017 and will be completed by 2020. Plenty of alternative tours are on offer throughout the Houses of Parliament during this time. When you're finished exploring, don't forget to stop by the UK Parliament gift shop where you can pick up some presents for friends and family back home.
