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Orphir Weather in January

In Orphir, January brings low daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), with nights cooling to 5°C (41°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.

Rainfall in Orphir in January

Typically around 25 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 122 mm (4.8 in) for the month. Wet weather is a regular and significant part of this month. Frequent days of rain combined with high totals means proper waterproofs are worth packing.

Temperature in Orphir in January

Daytime highs in Orphir in January reach 9°C (48°F), with nights around 5°C (41°F). The days stay cool from start to finish. Layering up well will make outdoor time much more comfortable. At 5°C (41°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Orphir in January

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 33 hours of sunshine.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Orphir. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Orphir Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 5°C (41°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 9°C (48°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 82%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 122 mm (4.8 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 25 days  
SunshineSunshine 33 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Kirkwall, the United Kingdom (12 KM, 7 Miles).

Best Places in the United Kingdom in January

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Orphir in January

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Orphir in January. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Orphir in January

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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