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Kilchoan Weather in January

January in Kilchoan averages 9°C (48°F) during the day and 5°C (41°F) at night. January is part of the rainy season, with around 247 mm (9.7 in) of rainfall and frequent showers.

Rainfall in Kilchoan in January

Kilchoan is in the rainy season in January, with rain on around 24 days and an average of 247 mm (9.7 in). Rainfall this month is frequent and tends to be fairly heavy when it does fall. Packing waterproofs is a good idea.

Temperature in Kilchoan in January

Temperatures in Kilchoan in January top out at 9°C (48°F) and drop to 5°C (41°F) overnight. It stays cool throughout the day, so warm layers are a good idea from morning to evening. At 5°C (41°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Kilchoan in January

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 33 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Kilchoan. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Kilchoan Temperature in January

Min Temperature
5°C (41°F)
Max Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Chance of Rain
78%
Precipitation
247 mm (9.7 in)
Rainy days
24 days
Sunshine
33 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: Oban, Scotland (49 KM, 31 Miles).

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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 Kilchoan in January

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Kilchoan in January. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. Sunglasses aren't essential this month, though you might want them for the occasional bright moment.

What To Do in Kilchoan 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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