Lochgilphead weather in January (Strathclyde, United Kingdom)

Is January a good time to explore Lochgilphead weather-wise? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

Typically, January in Lochgilphead includes low temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 8°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 4°C.

Precipitation

Lochgilphead in January usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 196 mm for the month. The month is marked by heavy rainfall, often coming down in intense bursts. Make sure to have a poncho to stay dry. This month experiences about 23 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 33 hours hours of sunshine, suitable for those who prefer less sun.

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

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

 

Lochgilphead, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 4°C  

Max Temperature 8°C  

Chance of Rain 76%  

Precipitation 196 mm  

Rainy days 23 days  

Sunshine 33 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Oban, Scotland (42 KM, 26 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

3/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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