Carrickfergus weather in January (Antrim County, United Kingdom)

How does the January weather in Carrickfergus compare to other months? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

Typically, January in Carrickfergus includes low temperatures and high rainfall. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 9°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 4°C. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter clothes.

Precipitation

Carrickfergus in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 101 mm for the month. Expect around 20 days of rain based on historical data.

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

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

 

Carrickfergus, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 4°C  

Max Temperature 9°C  

Chance of Rain 67%  

Precipitation 101 mm  

Rainy days 20 days  

Humidity 89% *  

Sunshine 45 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 18% *  

Data from: Belfast, Ireland (27 KM, 16 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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