Cobh weather in January (County Cork, Ireland)

What does the weather outlook for Cobh look like in January? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

Typically, January in Cobh includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 10°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 5°C.

Precipitation

Cobh in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 89 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 21 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 57 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.

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

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

 

Cobh, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 5°C  

Max Temperature 10°C  

Water Temperature 9°C *  

Chance of Rain 69%  

Precipitation 89 mm  

Rainy days 21 days  

Humidity 83% *  

Windspeed 22 km/h *  

Sunshine 57 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 22% *  

* Data from: Cork, Ireland (14 KM, 8 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?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. With a water temperature of around 9°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

Interested in more climate information?

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