Carrick on Shannon weather in January (Leitrim, Ireland)

Wondering what the weather is like in Carrick on Shannon during January? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

During January, Carrick on Shannon usually has low temperatures and high rainfall. January is typically considered a winter month. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 9°C, cooling down at night to around 3°C. With temperatures often at their lowest, this month is coldest of the year. Ideal for indoor activities, be sure to pack warm clothing.

Precipitation

Carrick on Shannon in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 106 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 22 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 45 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

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

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

 

Carrick on Shannon, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 9°C  

Chance of Rain 74%  

Precipitation 106 mm  

Rainy days 22 days  

Humidity 90% *  

Sunshine 45 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 22% *  

Data from: Claremorris, Ireland (63 KM, 39 Miles).

Where to go in Ireland in January

Find out more about the weather in Ireland 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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