Fort William weather in January (Highlands, United Kingdom)

Interested in knowing the climate of Fort William in January? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

January in Fort William generally includes low temperatures and heavy rainfall. January marks the winter season. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 6°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 1°C. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter clothes.

Precipitation

Fort William in January falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 232 mm for the month. Known for its peak rainfall, this month often has intense showers. It's wise to carry a poncho to protect yourself from the rain. You can typically expect 24 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 33 hours hours of sunshine, suitable for those who prefer less sun.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Fort William. July typically offers the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Fort William, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 1°C  

Max Temperature 6°C  

Chance of Rain 78%  

Precipitation 232 mm  

Rainy days 24 days  

Sunshine 33 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Oban, Scotland (49 KM, 30 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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