Ecclefechan weather in January (Dumfries and Galloway, United Kingdom)

Curious about the January weather in Ecclefechan? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Ecclefechan generally has low temperatures and high rainfall. January falls within the winter season. Daytime temperatures hover around 8°C, while nights can cool down to about 2°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Ensure you're prepared by packing appropriate winter gear.

Ecclefechan in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 109 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 21 days of rain.

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 39 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days

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

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

 

Ecclefechan, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 2°C  

Max Temperature 8°C  

Chance of Rain 69%  

Precipitation 109 mm  

Rainy days 21 days  

Humidity 88% *  

Sunshine 39 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 18% *  

* Data from: Eskdalemuir, the United Kingdom (28 KM, 17 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in January

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

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Temperatures

Precipitation

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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 in January.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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