Rathmullan weather in January (Donegal County, Ireland)

How does the weather in Rathmullan usually fare in January? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

The month of January in Rathmullan typically includes low temperatures and high rainfall. The winter season is characteristic of January. Expect temperatures to climb to 9°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 4°C. The coldest month of the year calls for plenty of warm layers. Be sure to pack your winter gear.

Precipitation

Rathmullan in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 106 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about 23 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 50 hours hours of sunshine, suitable for those who prefer less sun.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Rathmullan. May, July, August and September generally stand out with 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 Rathmullan climate page with graphs.

 

Rathmullan, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 4°C  

Max Temperature 9°C  

Chance of Rain 78%  

Precipitation 106 mm  

Rainy days 23 days  

Sunshine 50 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Derry, Ireland (18 KM, 11 Miles).

Where to go in Ireland in January

Find out more about the weather in Ireland 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

3/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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