Borders weather in January
Planning a journey to Borders this January and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:
What is the weather like in Borders in January?
Borders is a region in the United Kingdom. January in Borders generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. January is a winter month.
The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 6°C in Chapelhope to 8°C in Eyemouth. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 4°C in Eyemouth and 1°C in Chapelhope. 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 moderate rainfall in Kirk Yetholm with an average of 69 mm to high rainfall in Chapelhope with 114 mm. Selkirk experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 39 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who prefer dimmer, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days
For a closer look at January's conditions in Borders, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Borders's yearly weather, check out our Borders climate page.
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What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Borders?
Selkirk
In January Selkirk generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Kelso
In January Kelso generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Peebles
In January Peebles generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Hawick
In January Hawick generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Melrose
In January Melrose generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is January the best time to visit Borders?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Selkirk, January may not be the ideal time to visit Borders.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly pleasant weather in Selkirk. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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