Limerick weather in January (Limerick County, Ireland)

Is Limerick a good destination in January, weather-wise? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

During January, Limerick usually has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. The month of January belongs to the winter season. The temperature during the day can rise to approximately 9°C. At night, it falls to around 3°C. January often features the most temperate temperatures compared to other months.

Precipitation

Limerick in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 100 mm for the month. Expect around 21 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 48 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Limerick. July generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January, February, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Limerick, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 9°C  

Chance of Rain 70%  

Precipitation 100 mm  

Rainy days 21 days  

Humidity 81%  

Sunshine 48 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Ireland in January

Find out more about the weather in Ireland 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

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Limerick.

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