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Mayo Weather in January

January in Mayo brings very low temperatures, with highs of -19°C (-2°F) and nights dropping to -27°C (-17°F). Expect some snowfall, with around 24 mm (0.9 in) typical for the month.

Rainfall in Mayo in January

Typically, about 10 days will experience snowfall, with an average of 24 mm (0.9 in) for the month. Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.

Temperature in Mayo in January

January in Mayo brings very low temperatures, with highs of -19°C (-2°F) and nights around -27°C (-17°F). January is known for being in the winter season. Expect a distinctly cold feel throughout the day, not just overnight. Nights drop below freezing to -27°C (-17°F). An extra blanket is worth packing if you're unsure about the heating where you're staying. It is the coldest month of the year, so be sure to pack proper winter clothing for the conditions.Pack accordingly with warm clothes.

Wind Speed in Mayo in January

Wind speeds average 1 m/s (2 knots) during January. At this speed, you'll experience mostly light air movement that's just barely noticeable. As an average, some days will be completely calm while others have gentle breezes you can feel on your skin.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Mayo. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Mayo Temperature in January

Min Temperature
-27°C (-17°F)
Max Temperature
-19°C (-2°F)
Chance of Rain
33%
Precipitation
24 mm (0.9 in)
Rainy days
10 days
Humidity
81%
Windspeed
1 m/s (2 knots)

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Historical weather records for Mayo in January

Browse day-by-day weather records for Mayo spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Mayo historical weather extremes in January

Based on 19 years of weather observations in Mayo between 2006 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.

  • The heaviest January precipitation occurred on January 24, 2020, when 11 mm (0.4 in) of precipitation fell.

Best Places in Canada in January

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Mayo in January

We recommend you pack up your warm winter gear for Mayo in January. If you have insulated boots, thermal layers, and a heavy winter coat that can handle snow and freezing temperatures it's smart to bring them. Don't forget gloves, a warm hat, and a scarf. Some rain is possible, so pack something to handle light showers.

What To Do in Mayo in January

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

  • Cycling
    1/10
  • Walking
    1/10
  • Barbeque
    1/10
  • Camping
    2/10
  • Outdoor sports
    1/10

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