Portaferry weather in January (Down County, United Kingdom)

What does the weather outlook for Portaferry look like in January? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.

Temperatures

The month of January in Portaferry typically brings low temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 10°C, while night temperatures can drop to 5°C.

Precipitation

Portaferry in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 93 mm for the month. This month experiences about 19 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 45 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 Portaferry. 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 Portaferry climate page with graphs.

 

Portaferry, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 5°C  

Max Temperature 10°C  

Chance of Rain 64%  

Precipitation 93 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Humidity 89% *  

Sunshine 45 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 18% *  

* Data from: Belfast, Ireland (52 KM, 32 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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