Kintail Weather in January
January in Kintail sees daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and lows of 1°C (34°F) at night. As the wettest month of the year, keep in mind that rainfall is at its highest.
Rainfall in Kintail in January
As part of the rainy season, Kintail sees around 24 days of rain in January, with an average of 239 mm (9.4 in). With rain on many days and solid totals, showers are frequent and often moderately heavy. Waterproof gear is a sensible idea.
Temperature in Kintail in January
Temperatures in Kintail in January top out at 6°C (43°F) and drop to 1°C (34°F) overnight. Winter occurs in January. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. Nights drop to 1°C (34°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet. It's generally the coldest month of the year, making it essential to pack warm layers and winter accessories.
Sunshine in Kintail in January
The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 35 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer overcast conditions over bright sunny days.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Kintail. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
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Kintail Temperature in January
Min Temperature
1°C (34°F)
Max Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Chance of Rain
80%
Precipitation
239 mm (9.4 in)
Rainy days
24 days
Sunshine
35 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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What to Wear in Kintail in January
Cold weather calls for smart layering in January. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything! You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.What To Do in Kintail in January
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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