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Portpatrick Weather in January

With daytime temperatures of 9°C (48°F) and nighttime lows of 6°C (43°F), January in Portpatrick brings low temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is typical. Around 122 mm (4.8 in) falls on average.

Rainfall in Portpatrick in January

Typically around 20 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 122 mm (4.8 in) for the month. Rain falls regularly this month and can be quite heavy when it does. Showers can be substantial, so waterproof gear is a good idea.

Temperature in Portpatrick in January

Portpatrick in January gets highs of 9°C (48°F) during the day and drops to 6°C (43°F) at night. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. At 6°C (43°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Portpatrick in January

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 45 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

January in Portpatrick can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

Portpatrick Temperature in January

Min Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Max Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Chance of Rain
68%
Precipitation
122 mm (4.8 in)
Rainy days
20 days
Humidity
89% *
Sunshine
45 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
18% *
* Data from: Belfast, Ireland (73 KM, 45 Miles).

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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 Portpatrick in January

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Portpatrick in January. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. Sunglasses aren't essential this month, though you might want them for the occasional bright moment.

What To Do in Portpatrick 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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