Ballater Weather in January

January in Ballater brings low temperatures around 5°C (41°F) during the day, dropping to -1°C (30°F) at night, with quite a bit of snow/rainfall expected, averaging around 95 mm (3.7 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Ballater in January

Typically, you can expect about 22 days of snow/rain this month, with 95 mm (3.7 in) on average. With rain spread across many days but low totals, showers are typically short and light rather than heavy.

Temperature in Ballater in January

Daytime temperatures in Ballater reach 5°C (41°F) in January, dropping to -1°C (30°F) at night. The winter season is characteristic of January. Expect a cold feel throughout the day, not just in the mornings and evenings. Warm layers are essential. With overnight lows of -1°C (30°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold. It's often the coldest month of the year, a perfect time to cozy up indoors. Make sure to bring along suitable winter clothing.

Sunshine in Ballater in January

The city usually sees around 62 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. July and September typically offer the best weather for Ballater.

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Ballater Temperature in January

Min Temperature -1°C (30°F)  

Max Temperature 5°C (41°F)  

Chance of Rain 72%  

Precipitation 95 mm (3.7 in)  

Rainy days 22 days  

Humidity 83% *  

Sunshine 62 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 24% *  

* Data from: Aberdeen, Scotland (53 KM, 33 Miles).

What to Wear in Ballater in January

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Ballater in January. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. With limited sunshine expected, sunglasses aren't a priority for packing.

What To Do in Ballater in January

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

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

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• March
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