Ballycastle weather in January (Antrim County, United Kingdom)

How does the weather in Ballycastle usually fare in January? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

In January, Ballycastle typically experiences low temperatures and high rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 9°C, while night temperatures can drop to 5°C.

Precipitation

Ballycastle in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 130 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 22 days.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 45 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Ballycastle. June and July typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Ballycastle, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 5°C  

Max Temperature 9°C  

Chance of Rain 74%  

Precipitation 130 mm  

Rainy days 22 days  

Humidity 89% *  

Sunshine 45 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 18% *  

Data from: Belfast, Ireland (61 KM, 38 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in January

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

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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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