Edinbain weather in January (United Kingdom)

How does the weather in Edinbain usually fare in January? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

The typical weather for January in Edinbain includes low temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 9°C, while night temperatures can drop to 5°C.

Precipitation

Edinbain in January usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 180 mm for the month. This month experiences the most intense rain of the year, with heavy showers. Be prepared with a poncho to stay dry. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 25 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 35 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 Edinbain. May generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Edinbain, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 5°C  

Max Temperature 9°C  

Chance of Rain 83%  

Precipitation 180 mm  

Rainy days 25 days  

Sunshine 35 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Portree, the United Kingdom (14 KM, 9 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.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

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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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