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Reading weather in January

Long-run climate averages for Reading, England in January, plus what the forecast models say for the days ahead.

January at a glance

In January, Reading averages 8°C by day and 2°C at night. The wettest month is usually September.

January in Reading averages a daytime high of 8°C and an overnight low of 2°C, which reads as cool for this part of the world. It is the coldest month of the year here. Across the whole year Reading sees roughly 917 mm of precipitation.

Climate averages tell you what to pack. They do not tell you what next Tuesday looks like — for that, see the live Reading forecast with every model compared and how much they currently agree.

Reading weather by month

what to expect in Reading through the year

Here is Reading's typical weather in each month: the average daytime high and overnight low in °C, how each month feels, and the wettest month marked. Use it to plan any trip to Reading by season.

Jan
Cool
Feb
10°
Cool
Mar
11°
Cool
Apr
13°
Cool
May
17°
Mild
Jun
21°
11°
Mild
Jul
21°
13°
Mild
Aug
22°
13°
Warm
Sep
20°
12°
Mild
Wettest
Oct
16°
Mild
Nov
11°
Cool
Dec
10°
Cool

Common questions

How warm is Reading in January?
Reading averages a daytime high of 8°C in January, with overnight lows around 2°C. These are long-run climate averages, not a forecast — for the actual days ahead see the live model comparison.
Is January a good time to visit Reading?
The most comfortable time to visit Reading is usually May, June, July and August, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 16-26°C range and the heaviest September rain is behind you.
Does it rain a lot in Reading in January?
The wettest month in Reading is usually September. Across the year the city sees roughly 917 mm of precipitation.

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