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Carrickmacross Weather in January

During January, Carrickmacross experiences low daytime temperatures of 9°C (48°F) and cooler nights around 3°C (37°F). As part of the winter season, expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 78 mm (3.1 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Carrickmacross in January

Historically, the month has about 20 days of rain, averaging 78 mm (3.1 in) in total. With rain spread across many days but low totals, showers are typically short and light rather than heavy.

Temperature in Carrickmacross in January

January in Carrickmacross sees highs of 9°C (48°F) and lows of 3°C (37°F) overnight. January is in the winter season. The days stay cool from start to finish. Layering up well will make outdoor time much more comfortable. With lows around 3°C (37°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep. The month is typically the coldest, so be sure to prepare by packing plenty of warm clothing.

Sunshine in Carrickmacross in January

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 56 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 Carrickmacross. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Carrickmacross Temperature in January

Min Temperature
3°C (37°F)
Max Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Chance of Rain
67%
Precipitation
78 mm (3.1 in)
Rainy days
20 days
Humidity
81% *
Sunshine
56 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
25% *
* Data from: Dublin, Ireland (67 KM, 42 Miles).

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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 Carrickmacross in January

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Carrickmacross in January. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Carrickmacross in January

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

  • Swimming
    4/10
  • Cycling
    4/10
  • Walking
    4/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    4/10

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