Mid-winter · Weather & things to do
The Cotswolds in January
This is the coldest month in The Cotswolds: highs average 42°F (6°C) and lows 33°F (1°C), with about 2.8 in (71 mm) of rain.
With a comfort score of 45/100 (11th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cool days.
- Avg high
- 42°F (6°C)
- Avg low
- 33°F (1°C)
- Rain
- 2.8 in (71 mm)
- Humidity
- 95%
- Cloud cover
- 75%
- Daylight
- ~8 h 02 min
- Comfort score
- 45/100 · Fair
What January feels like
Cool days top out near 42°F (6°C), better for brisk walks than lingering outside.
Nights cool to an average low of 33°F (1°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 2.8 in (71 mm).
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 75%.
Only about 8 h 02 min of daylight means early sunsets.
Plan around January
January is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are June – September.
- Comfort holds steady from December (45 → 45/100).
- Our London, the Cotswolds & Bath route recommends May – Sep, so January falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for January
- Insulated jackethighs only 42°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 2.8 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in The Cotswolds in January
Weather can go either way, so the picks below mix open-air spots with indoor backups.
Chipping Campden
Wool town with a curving high street and a 1627 Market Hall; start of the Cotswold Way.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop when highs sit around 42°F.
The Wild Rabbit
Stone-built inn in Kingham serving seasonal British cooking with farm produce.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 42°F.
The Porch House
Inn in Stow that claims to be England's oldest, with beams and open fires.
Why now Somewhere to warm up between colder walks.
Daylesford Organic Farm
Organic farm shop, café and bakery in converted barns near Kingham.
Why now A cozy break on a 42°F day.
Stow-on-the-Wold
Hilltop market town with antique shops and a church door framed by two yew trees.
Why now A way to spend part of a cold day out of the wind.
Nearby in January
- Bath in January~44 mi · highs 45°F, 3.0 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- London in January~76 mi · highs 45°F, 2.6 in rain · 1°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Dublin in January~213 mi · highs 46°F, 3.4 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Bruges in January~220 mi · highs 43°F, 2.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
The Cotswolds in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit The Cotswolds?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 45/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are June – September. Expect highs of 42°F (6°C) and 2.8 in (71 mm) of rain. Our London, the Cotswolds & Bath route recommends May – Sep, so January is outside its suggested window.
How cold is The Cotswolds in January?
Average highs are 42°F (6°C) and average lows 33°F (1°C), making it the coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in The Cotswolds in January?
Some: about 2.8 in (71 mm) of rain falls across January on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 31.2 in (793 mm).
What should I pack for The Cotswolds in January?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 42°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 2.8 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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