Glencarse weather in January (Tayside, United Kingdom)

How is January weather typically in Glencarse? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

January in Glencarse generally includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. The month of January belongs to the winter season. Expect temperatures to climb to 8°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 2°C. With temperatures often at their lowest, this month is coldest of the year. Ideal for indoor activities, be sure to pack warm clothing.

Precipitation

Glencarse in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 91 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 19 days with rain.

Average sunshine

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 55 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Glencarse. July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Glencarse, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 2°C  

Max Temperature 8°C  

Chance of Rain 65%  

Precipitation 91 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Sunshine 55 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Dundee, Scotland (22 KM, 14 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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