Fortrose weather in January (Highlands, United Kingdom)

How does the weather in Fortrose usually fare in January? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

Typically, January in Fortrose includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. January marks the winter season. Expect temperatures to climb to 7°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 2°C. Expect chilly temperatures this month, as it is typically the coldest of the year. Pack accordingly with warm clothes.

Precipitation

Fortrose in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 90 mm for the month. You can typically expect 18 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 40 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 Fortrose. July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Fortrose, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 2°C  

Max Temperature 7°C  

Chance of Rain 59%  

Precipitation 90 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Sunshine 40 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Inverness, the United Kingdom (12 KM, 8 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

4/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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