Redlynch Weather in January (1981–2025)

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January at a Glance in Redlynch

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
28.5°C
Avg Low
❄️
22.5°C
Avg Temp
🌡️
25.5°C
Avg Rain
🌧️
354 mm
Avg Humidity
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85%
Avg Wind
🌬️
1.5 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
6
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
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+2.6°C
temp difference
🌡️Warm afternoons🌙Mild mornings☀️Very sunny🌧️Wet month🍃Light winds💦Humid air

Redlynch January Weather Overview

January is one of the warmer months of the year in Redlynch, with average highs near 28.5°C and lows around 22.5°C (mean 25.5°C). It is a relatively wet time of year, averaging 354 mm of rainfall and 85% relative humidity across the period.

Redlynch January Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

January is one of the warmer months of the year in Redlynch. Across 45 years of records, the warmest January in Redlynch was 1994 — when the month averaged 27.2°C — while the coldest was 1993 at 23.8°C. Typical January days reach 28.5°C with nights near 22.5°C. The long-term January temperature trend is broadly flat.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp25.4°C→25.8°C+0.4°C
Max Temp28.6°C→28.4°C-0.2°C
Min Temp22.2°C→23.2°C+1°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp+0.1°C/decade ↗
Max Temp0°C/decade →
Min Temp+0.2°C/decade ↗

Distribution of Avg Temp

23.0°C–24.3°C3 yr (7%)
24.3°C–25.5°C22 yr (49%)
25.5°C–26.8°C16 yr (36%)
26.8°C–28.0°C4 yr (9%)

Redlynch January Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

January is a relatively wet time of year in Redlynch, averaging 354 mm of rainfall. The wettest January on record was 1981 with 1327 mm, while the driest was 1988 at 87 mm.

Redlynch January Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Redlynch during January averages 85%. The most humid January was 1991 at 92%, and the least humid was 1992 at 74%.

Redlynch January Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

January receives about 6 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Redlynch. The sunniest January was 1988 at 7.2 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest were 2009 and 2010 at 4.9.

Redlynch January Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Redlynch during January is 1.5 m/s. The windiest Januarys were 2013, 2014 and 2019, among others at 1.8 m/s, while the calmest was 1984 at 1.2 m/s.

What January Feels Like in Redlynch

🌅
Mild
Morning
🌞
Warm
Afternoon
🌆
Mild
Evening
Rain chanceHigh
Outdoor comfort★★★☆☆

How January Ranks in Redlynch

🔥2nd warmest month of the year
🌧️3rd wettest month of the year
☀️5th sunniest month of the year

Ranked against the other 11 months using 1981–2025 averages.

Explore Redlynch Weather by Month

Redlynch January Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp25.5°C25.4°C25.2°C25.5°C26.0°C+0.5°C
Avg High28.8°C28.5°C27.9°C28.5°C28.7°C-0.1°C
Avg Low22.2°C22.3°C22.4°C22.5°C23.3°C+1.1°C
Avg Rain377 mm352 mm343 mm354 mm336 mm-41 mm

Extreme January Records in Redlynch

🔥Warmest January37.2°C1994
🧊Coldest January18.5°C1989
🌧️Wettest January1327 mm1981
🏜️Driest January87 mm1988
🌬️Windiest January1.8 m/s1988

Key Insights for January

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January temperatures in Redlynch have risen by about 0.4°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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January has ranged from a record low of 18.5°C (1989) to a record high of 37.2°C (1994).

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Rainfall in January is a relatively wet time of year, averaging 354 mm, with a wettest year of 1327 mm.

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Daytime highs and overnight lows have shifted differently — highs rose about 0°C per decade while lows rose 0.2°C per decade, narrowing the gap between day and night.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Redlynch?

A quieter season to visit Redlynch

If your dates are flexible, the more temperate months of September and August tend to be the most comfortable for visiting Redlynch. That said, January — with days averaging 28.5°C and nights around 22.5°C (mean 25.5°C) and higher rainfall (354 mm) — can still be rewarding for travellers who don't mind the warmth, and often means fewer crowds.

See Redlynch's complete weather history All 12 months side by side, 1981–2025 records, annual trends and long-term averages in one place. View full history →

Redlynch Weather in January — In Depth

☀️ January climate overview

January is one of the warmer months of the year in Redlynch, with average highs near 28.5°C and lows around 22.5°C (mean 25.5°C). It is a relatively wet time of year, averaging 354 mm of rainfall and 85% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in January

January averages 354 mm of rainfall in Redlynch, a relatively wet time of year compared with the rest of the year. The wettest January on record saw 1327 mm (1981), and the driest just 87 mm (1988). Humidity sits around 85% and average wind speed is 1.5 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 6 kWh/m²/day.

📈 How January has changed

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average January temperatures have risen by about 0.4°C — but days and nights have moved in opposite directions. Overnight lows rose from 22.2°C to 23.2°C while daytime highs eased from 28.6°C to 28.4°C, narrowing the gap between day and night.
January Weather in Redlynch, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
202530.1°C26.8°C23.5°C33.7°C21.5°C239 mm81%1.4 m/s5.7
202428.4°C26.1°C23.9°C29.8°C22.8°C248 mm89%1.3 m/s5.7
202327.2°C25.0°C22.8°C28.6°C21.7°C403 mm90%1.4 m/s5.4
202229.4°C26.3°C23.2°C34.3°C21.9°C331 mm84%1.3 m/s5.9
202127.0°C24.9°C22.8°C28.7°C20.4°C509 mm91%1.6 m/s5.1
202030.0°C26.7°C23.4°C35.4°C22.1°C287 mm82%1.4 m/s5.9
201927.5°C24.9°C22.3°C30.8°C19.8°C442 mm87%1.8 m/s5.5
201828.9°C25.7°C22.5°C35.1°C21.4°C320 mm84%1.6 m/s5.8
201729.1°C26.1°C23.1°C33.4°C20.4°C260 mm85%1.3 m/s6.2
201628.6°C25.3°C22.0°C31.8°C19.8°C120 mm84%1.4 m/s6.8
201529.9°C26.5°C23.1°C32.8°C20.8°C254 mm83%1.5 m/s6.1
201429.1°C25.8°C22.5°C36.6°C20.4°C323 mm82%1.8 m/s6
201329.4°C25.8°C22.2°C34.9°C20.7°C438 mm81%1.8 m/s6.1
201228.0°C25.0°C22.0°C32.7°C18.9°C335 mm85%1.4 m/s6.3
201127.5°C24.9°C22.3°C29.6°C19.8°C479 mm88%1.3 m/s5.5
201027.3°C25.0°C22.8°C29.6°C20.9°C574 mm89%1.7 m/s4.9
200927.1°C25.0°C23.0°C29.0°C21.9°C781 mm91%1.4 m/s4.9
200827.7°C25.3°C22.8°C30.2°C21.1°C379 mm89%1.5 m/s5.7
200728.8°C25.7°C22.5°C32.5°C20.9°C304 mm84%1.5 m/s5.9
200628.0°C25.3°C22.6°C33.5°C21.6°C395 mm86%1.6 m/s5.4
200527.3°C24.8°C22.4°C30.2°C19.3°C495 mm88%1.5 m/s5.7
200428.0°C25.5°C23.0°C32.0°C20.2°C270 mm87%1.3 m/s6.2
200328.4°C25.0°C21.5°C30.5°C18.7°C199 mm79%1.8 m/s6
200229.6°C26.4°C23.1°C33.5°C21.1°C181 mm82%1.4 m/s6.6
200127.0°C24.2°C21.4°C31.5°C19.3°C215 mm87%1.7 m/s6.3
200027.4°C24.6°C21.8°C30.7°C19.5°C212 mm87%1.5 m/s6.3
199927.8°C25.3°C22.8°C31.0°C21.5°C369 mm88%1.3 m/s5.9
199827.6°C25.5°C23.3°C30.1°C21.6°C538 mm91%1.6 m/s5.8
199727.4°C24.6°C21.7°C30.3°C20.4°C357 mm87%1.8 m/s5.8
199628.2°C25.4°C22.7°C32.7°C21.2°C341 mm85%1.4 m/s5.8
199530.0°C25.9°C21.8°C37.0°C19.9°C114 mm77%1.7 m/s6.8
1994 🔥31.4°C27.2°C23.0°C37.2°C19.5°C405 mm76%1.7 m/s6.3
1993 ❄️26.2°C23.8°C21.3°C29.1°C19.7°C400 mm89%1.7 m/s5.7
199231.2°C26.9°C22.5°C36.1°C20.3°C97 mm74%1.4 m/s6.9
199127.0°C25.0°C22.9°C29.6°C21.3°C782 mm92%1.3 m/s5.3
199028.2°C24.7°C21.3°C32.6°C18.9°C122 mm82%1.7 m/s6.8
198927.3°C24.5°C21.8°C29.6°C18.5°C300 mm87%1.5 m/s6.3
198828.8°C25.2°C21.7°C33.3°C19.6°C87 mm82%1.8 m/s7.2
198731.0°C26.9°C22.8°C34.1°C20.9°C106 mm76%1.4 m/s6.9
198628.6°C25.6°C22.5°C34.2°C21.0°C544 mm84%1.7 m/s5.4
198528.4°C25.2°C22.0°C32.8°C20.1°C309 mm82%1.6 m/s6.9
198427.9°C25.1°C22.2°C31.0°C21.1°C340 mm86%1.2 m/s6.2
198331.1°C26.6°C22.1°C36.2°C20.4°C117 mm75%1.6 m/s—
198229.3°C25.9°C22.6°C35.0°C21.2°C261 mm82%1.4 m/s—
1981 🌧️26.4°C24.2°C22.1°C30.2°C19.8°C1327 mm91%1.5 m/s—

Actual recorded January data for each year, 1981–2025 — sourced from NASA POWER.

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Redlynch January Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Redlynch in January?▼

The average high in January is around 28.5°C with lows near 22.5°C (mean 25.5°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Redlynch in January?▼

January averages 354 mm of rainfall in Redlynch, a relatively wet time of year. The wettest on record was 1327 mm in 1981.

What was the hottest January on record in Redlynch?▼

The hottest January reached 37.2°C in 1994. The coldest dipped to 18.5°C in 1989.

Has January in Redlynch gotten warmer over time?▼

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average January temperatures have risen by about 0.4°C — but days and nights have moved in opposite directions. Overnight lows rose from 22.2°C to 23.2°C while daytime highs eased from 28.6°C to 28.4°C, narrowing the gap between day and night.

Is January a good time to visit Redlynch?▼

January is one of the warmer months of the year in Redlynch and a relatively wet time of year, so plan for around 28.5°C daytime highs and 22.5°C at night.

Is January the coldest month in Redlynch?▼

Not quite — January is the 11th coolest month in Redlynch, averaging 25.5°C.

What should I pack for Redlynch in January?▼

For January in Redlynch, pack light layers you can adjust through the day, with typical highs of 28.5°C and lows of 22.5°C. Bring an umbrella or light rain jacket too.

Is Redlynch humid in January?▼

Relative humidity in January averages 85% — quite humid.

How windy is Redlynch in January?▼

Average wind speed in January is 1.5 m/s. The windiest January on record averaged 1.8 m/s (1988).

Which January had the most rainfall in Redlynch?▼

The wettest January on record was 1981 with 1327 mm. On average, January sees 354 mm.

Where does this January weather data come from?▼

All figures are derived from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite reanalysis, covering 1981–2025.

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Explore how the weather in Redlynch behaves each January, based on 45 years of NASA POWER climate data from 1981 to 2025. This page breaks down average temperatures, rainfall, humidity, wind and solar radiation for January specifically, along with year-by-year records and how the month has changed over the decades.