Newtownabbey weather in January (Antrim County, United Kingdom)

How does the weather in Newtownabbey usually fare in January? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

The month of January in Newtownabbey typically brings low temperatures and moderate rainfall. The month of January belongs to the winter season. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 9°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 4°C. Prepare for the coldest month of the year by packing warm and cozy winter cloths.

Precipitation

Newtownabbey in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 91 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 21 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 45 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

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

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

 

Newtownabbey, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 4°C  

Max Temperature 9°C  

Water Temperature 8°C *  

Chance of Rain 69%  

Precipitation 91 mm  

Rainy days 21 days  

Humidity 89% *  

Windspeed 18 km/h *  

Sunshine 45 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 18% *  

Data from: Belfast, Ireland (19 KM, 11 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. With a water temperature of around 8°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

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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