Innerleithen weather in January (Borders, United Kingdom)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Innerleithen this January? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

In January, Innerleithen usually has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. During January, the winter season is in full swing. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 6°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 1°C. Expect chilly temperatures this month, as it is typically the coldest of the year. Pack accordingly with warm clothes.

Precipitation

Innerleithen in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 95 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about 21 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 39 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Innerleithen. July typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Innerleithen, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 1°C  

Max Temperature 6°C  

Chance of Rain 70%  

Precipitation 95 mm  

Rainy days 21 days  

Humidity 88% *  

Sunshine 39 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 18% *  

Data from: Eskdalemuir, the United Kingdom (34 KM, 21 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

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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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