Ayrshire weather in January

Planning a getaway to Ayrshire this January and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What is the weather like in Ayrshire in January?

Ayrshire is a region in the United Kingdom. January in Ayrshire generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy. In January, it is winter.

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 8°C and nighttime temperatures around 4°C in Ayr. In general, this month stands out as the coldest period throughout the year. Given the lower temperatures, it's essential to be well-prepared. Packing the right winter clothing and necessary accessories can make a significant difference in ensuring your comfort and well-being during this chilly season.

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Barrhill with an average of 139 mm to heavy rainfall in Lochranza with 196 mm. Most areas see fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 37 hours of sunshine in Ayr. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer dimmer, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

For specific regional insights in Ayrshire for January, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Ayrshire climate page.

Where to go in Ayrshire in January

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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).

Popular destinations

What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Ayrshire?

Ayr

In January Ayr generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Ayr

Max temperature Max temp

Min temperature Min temp

Monthly sun hours Sun hours

Monthly rainfall Rainfall

Monthly rainy days Rainy days

Weather conditions Weather

<<   December December
<<  

9°C 

4°C 

37 hours 

179 mm 

20 days 

poor 

January January

8°C 

4°C 

37 hours 

168 mm 

20 days 

poor 

February   >> February
>>  

8°C 

4°C 

68 hours 

149 mm 

16 days 

poor 

Climate in Ayr

Irvine

In January Irvine generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Irvine

Max temperature Max temp

Min temperature Min temp

Monthly sun hours Sun hours

Monthly rainfall Rainfall

Monthly rainy days Rainy days

Weather conditions Weather

<<   December December
<<  

9°C 

4°C 

37 hours 

166 mm 

20 days 

poor 

January January

8°C 

4°C 

37 hours 

160 mm 

20 days 

poor 

February   >> February
>>  

8°C 

3°C 

68 hours 

142 mm 

16 days 

poor 

Climate in Irvine

Largs

In January Largs generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Largs

Max temperature Max temp

Min temperature Min temp

Monthly sun hours Sun hours

Monthly rainfall Rainfall

Monthly rainy days Rainy days

Weather conditions Weather

<<   December December
<<  

9°C 

3°C 

37 hours 

160 mm 

21 days 

poor 

January January

8°C 

3°C 

37 hours 

162 mm 

22 days 

poor 

February   >> February
>>  

9°C 

3°C 

68 hours 

144 mm 

17 days 

poor 

Climate in Largs

Prestwick

In January Prestwick generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Prestwick

Max temperature Max temp

Min temperature Min temp

Monthly sun hours Sun hours

Monthly rainfall Rainfall

Monthly rainy days Rainy days

Weather conditions Weather

<<   December December
<<  

9°C 

4°C 

37 hours 

182 mm 

20 days 

poor 

January January

8°C 

4°C 

37 hours 

171 mm 

20 days 

poor 

February   >> February
>>  

8°C 

4°C 

68 hours 

150 mm 

16 days 

poor 

Climate in Prestwick

Troon

In January Troon generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Troon

Max temperature Max temp

Min temperature Min temp

Monthly sun hours Sun hours

Monthly rainfall Rainfall

Monthly rainy days Rainy days

Weather conditions Weather

<<   December December
<<  

9°C 

4°C 

37 hours 

180 mm 

20 days 

poor 

January January

8°C 

4°C 

37 hours 

170 mm 

20 days 

poor 

February   >> February
>>  

8°C 

4°C 

68 hours 

150 mm 

16 days 

poor 

Climate in Troon

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Is January the best time to visit Ayrshire?

In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Ayrshire with often poor weather in Ayr.

Generally speaking, May provides tolerable weather in Ayr. In contrast, January, February, March, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.