Nairn weather in January (Highlands, United Kingdom)

What's the typical weather in Nairn for January? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

Typically, January in Nairn includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. Winter occurs in January. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 8°C. At night, they generally drop to 2°C. The coldest month of the year calls for plenty of warm layers. Be sure to pack your winter gear.

Precipitation

Nairn in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 80 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 18 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 40 hours hours of sunshine. 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 Nairn. July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, 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 Nairn climate page with graphs.

 

Nairn, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 2°C  

Max Temperature 8°C  

Chance of Rain 60%  

Precipitation 80 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Sunshine 40 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Inverness, the United Kingdom (23 KM, 14 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.

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

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