Duntulm weather in January (Inner Hebrides, Scotland)

Can you expect sunny skies in Duntulm in January? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In January, the weather in Duntulm generally includes low temperatures and heavy rainfall. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 9°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 5°C.

Precipitation

Duntulm in January usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 188 mm for the month. This month is known for its intense rain, often falling heavily. Having a poncho will help you stay dry during the showers. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 25 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 35 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Duntulm. June typically offers the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Duntulm climate page with graphs.

 

Duntulm, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 5°C  

Max Temperature 9°C  

Chance of Rain 84%  

Precipitation 188 mm  

Rainy days 25 days  

Sunshine 35 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Portree, the United Kingdom (31 KM, 19 Miles).

Where to go in Scotland in January

Find out more about the weather in Scotland and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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