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Motherwell weather in January (Strathclyde, United Kingdom)

Is January a good time to explore Motherwell weather-wise? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

In January, Motherwell usually has low temperatures and high rainfall. The winter season is characteristic of January. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 8°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 2°C. Expect the coldest temperatures of the year this month. Make sure you have enough winter clothing to stay warm.

Precipitation

Motherwell in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 117 mm for the month. As the month with the most rain, you'll want to have an umbrella with you to manage the frequent showers. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 21 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 37 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Motherwell. June and July 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 Motherwell climate page with graphs.

 

Motherwell, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 2°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 8°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 69%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 117 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 21 days  
HumidityHumidity 87% *  
SunshineSunshine 37 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 15% *  
* Data from: Glasgow, Scotland (29 KM, 18 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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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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