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United Kingdom · Ships call at Portsmouth, England
Cold with some showers
Portsmouth in January brings cooler conditions, with highs around 48°F, so pack layers alongside your warm-weather gear. Rain is uncommon, with only about 5 rainy days expected across the month, ideal for beach days and shore excursions. Cold with some showers.
Crowds are moderate in January, making it a good balance between availability and weather. Dress in layers: a waterproof shell over a mid-layer handles the range between cool mornings and afternoon port temps.
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Sailings that are at sea during January, with the date each one leaves port.
Die grose Amerika & Sudsee-Reise
Phoenix Reisen Cruises
Sails Dec 5, 2026
Einmal um die ganze Welt mit MS Artania
Phoenix Reisen Cruises
Sails Dec 18, 2026
Christmas in the Canaries
Saga Cruises
Sails Dec 20, 2026
Festive Traditions of Scandinavia
Saga Cruises
Sails Dec 22, 2026
Casablanca and Canary Island Duo
Saga Cruises
Sails Jan 6, 2027
A Grand Voyage to South America
Saga Cruises
Sails Jan 7, 2027
Ships use Portsmouth International Port, north of the city center. A free shuttle runs into town. Southampton Airport is about 22 miles away; trains from Portsmouth reach London Waterloo in about 85 minutes.
The average high temperature in Portsmouth during January is 48°F, with a low of 44°F.
Portsmouth typically sees 5 days of rain in January. Cold with some showers.
For a January cruise to Portsmouth, you should pack warm layers, a waterproof jacket, and thermal wear.