Oughterard weather in January (Galway County, Ireland)

Curious about the January weather in Oughterard? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Oughterard typically experiences low temperatures and high rainfall. January falls within the winter season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 9°C, while night temperatures can drop to 3°C. During this period, the city experiences its coolest temperatures annually.

Oughterard in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 118 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 23 days of the month will see rainfall.

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 Oughterard. June and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Oughterard, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 3°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 9°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 77%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 118 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 23 days  
HumidityHumidity 90% *  
SunshineSunshine 45 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 22% *  
* Data from: Claremorris, Ireland (39 KM, 24 Miles).

Where to go in Ireland in January

Find out more about the weather in Ireland in January and which places have the best weather 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 Oughterard in January?

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 in January.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
4/10
Walking
4/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
4/10

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