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Holywood Weather in January

Holywood in January sees low temperatures, with highs around 7°C (45°F) and overnight lows of 2°C (36°F). Rainfall is fairly high at around 120 mm (4.7 in) on average, so pack waterproofs just in case.

Rainfall in Holywood in January

The climate data from previous years indicates about 20 days of rain, averaging 120 mm (4.7 in) for the month. This is a wet month with frequent and often heavy showers. Both the number of rain days and the total rainfall are high.

Temperature in Holywood in January

Expect highs of 7°C (45°F) in Holywood in January, with nights dropping to around 2°C (36°F). January is typically considered a winter month. Cold conditions persist throughout the day, so warm clothing is important from the moment you head outside. With overnight lows of 2°C (36°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets. This month tends to bring the coldest weather of the year, so be sure to pack enough warm clothing to stay comfortable.

Sunshine in Holywood in January

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.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. June and July typically offer the best weather for Holywood.

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Holywood Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 2°C (36°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 7°C (45°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 67%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 120 mm (4.7 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 20 days  
HumidityHumidity 88% *  
SunshineSunshine 39 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 18% *  
* Data from: Eskdalemuir, the United Kingdom (37 KM, 23 Miles).

Best Places in the United Kingdom in January

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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 (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Holywood in January

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Holywood in January. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. With limited sunshine expected, sunglasses aren't a priority for packing.

What To Do in Holywood in January

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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