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Swansea weather in January

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

January at a glance

In January, Swansea averages 8°C by day and 3°C at night. The wettest month is usually March.

January in Swansea averages a daytime high of 8°C and an overnight low of 3°C, which reads as cool for this part of the world. It is the coldest month of the year here. Across the whole year Swansea sees roughly 1786 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 Swansea forecast with every model compared and how much they currently agree.

Swansea weather by month

what to expect in Swansea through the year

Here is Swansea'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 Swansea by season.

Jan
Cool
Feb
10°
Cool
Mar
10°
Cool
Wettest
Apr
12°
Cool
May
17°
10°
Mild
Jun
19°
12°
Mild
Jul
18°
13°
Mild
Aug
19°
13°
Mild
Sep
18°
13°
Mild
Oct
15°
10°
Mild
Nov
11°
Cool
Dec
10°
Cool

Common questions

How warm is Swansea in January?
Swansea averages a daytime high of 8°C in January, with overnight lows around 3°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 Swansea?
The most comfortable time to visit Swansea is usually May, June, July and August, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 16-26°C range and the heaviest March rain is behind you.
Does it rain a lot in Swansea in January?
The wettest month in Swansea is usually March. Across the year the city sees roughly 1786 mm of precipitation.

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