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Portsoy Weather in January

Portsoy in January sees low daytime temperatures of 8°C (46°F) and nighttime lows of 4°C (39°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 79 mm (3.1 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.

Rainfall in Portsoy in January

Historically, January sees about 20 days of rain, with a monthly average of 79 mm (3.1 in). This is a month with many wet days but modest rainfall totals, so showers are generally light and easy to manage.

Temperature in Portsoy in January

Daytime temperatures in Portsoy reach 8°C (46°F) in January, dropping to 4°C (39°F) at night. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. Nights drop to 4°C (39°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Portsoy in January

The city usually sees around 62 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. June, July, August and September typically offer the best weather for Portsoy.

Portsoy Temperature in January

Min Temperature
4°C (39°F)
Max Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Chance of Rain
68%
Precipitation
79 mm (3.1 in)
Rainy days
20 days
Humidity
83% *
Sunshine
62 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
24% *
* Data from: Aberdeen, Scotland (61 KM, 38 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 Portsoy in January

Cold weather calls for smart layering in January. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. With limited sunshine expected, sunglasses aren't a priority for packing.

What To Do in Portsoy 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
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    4/10

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