Leuchars weather in January (Fife, United Kingdom)

Will it be warm or cold in Leuchars this January? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

The month of January in Leuchars typically includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. The winter season is characteristic of January. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 8°C, while night temperatures can drop to 3°C. Expect chilly temperatures this month, as it is typically the coldest of the year. Pack accordingly with warm clothes.

Precipitation

Leuchars in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 80 mm for the month. This month experiences about 18 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 55 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Leuchars. July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Leuchars, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 8°C  

Chance of Rain 60%  

Precipitation 80 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Sunshine 55 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Dundee, Scotland (10 KM, 6 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.

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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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