Kilmarnock weather in January (Strathclyde, United Kingdom)

What does the weather outlook for Kilmarnock look like in January? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

The month of January in Kilmarnock typically brings low temperatures and high rainfall. During January, the winter season is in full swing. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 8°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 3°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year, making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

Precipitation

Kilmarnock in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 147 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about 20 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 37 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 Kilmarnock. May, June, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, October, 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 Kilmarnock climate page with graphs.

 

Kilmarnock, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 8°C  

Chance of Rain 68%  

Precipitation 147 mm  

Rainy days 20 days  

Humidity 87% *  

Sunshine 37 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 15% *  

* Data from: Glasgow, Scotland (28 KM, 17 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

3/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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