Borders Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Borders, the United Kingdom in January.

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Selkirk Kelso Peebles Hawick

Planning a trip to Borders, the United Kingdom this January? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Borders in January

Borders, the United Kingdom 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.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 6°C (43°F) in Chapelhope to 8°C (46°F) in Eyemouth. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 4°C (39°F) in Eyemouth and 1°C (34°F) 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.

For a closer look at conditions across Borders, the United Kingdom, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Kirk Yetholm with an average of 69 mm (2.7 in) to high rainfall in Chapelhope with 114 mm (4.5 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is quite limited in many locations during January. Selkirk receives roughly 39 hours of sunlight. For destinations with more sunshine, our weather planner offers alternatives worldwide.

Explore Borders by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Borders — and find the best time to visit. (based on Selkirk)

January6°C (43°F) February7°C (45°F) March9°C (48°F) April11°C (52°F) May14°C (57°F) June17°C (63°F) This monthJuly19°C (66°F) August18°C (64°F) September16°C (61°F) October13°C (55°F) November9°C (48°F) December7°C (45°F)
Best Time to Visit Borders →

Best Places to Visit in Borders in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Borders.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Borders

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Borders, the United Kingdom?

Temperature range in Borders (January)

Precipitation variation in Borders (January)

Selkirk

In January Selkirk generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
39 hours
39 hours
63 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Selkirk →

Kelso

In January Kelso generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
39 hours
39 hours
63 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kelso →

Peebles

In January Peebles generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
48 hours
54 hours
81 hours
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
21 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Peebles →

Hawick

In January Hawick generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
39 hours
39 hours
63 hours
Monthly rainfall
93 mm (3.7 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
21 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Hawick →

Melrose

In January Melrose generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
39 hours
39 hours
63 hours
Monthly rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Melrose →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Borders, in the United Kingdom.

In our records: the United Kingdom January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in the United Kingdom in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in the United Kingdom dropped to -20°C (-4°F) in Birmingham on January 14, 1982.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Borders in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Selkirk 6°C (43°F) 1°C (34°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Kelso 7°C (45°F) 2°C (36°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Peebles 6°C (43°F) 1°C (34°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Hawick 6°C (43°F) 1°C (34°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Melrose 7°C (45°F) 1°C (34°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Chirnside 8°C (46°F) 3°C (37°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)

Borders weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Borders, the United Kingdom in January?

Borders, the United Kingdom typically experiences poor weather in January, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Selkirk average around 6°C (43°F), and temperatures drop to about 1°C (34°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Borders, the United Kingdom in January?

Average temperatures in Borders, the United Kingdom during January range from a nighttime low near 1°C (34°F) to a daytime high around 6°C (43°F) in Selkirk.

Does Borders, the United Kingdom get a lot of rain in January?

January is on the drier side in Borders, the United Kingdom. Selkirk averages only about 88 mm (3.5 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Borders, the United Kingdom?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Selkirk, January may not be the ideal time to visit Borders, the United Kingdom.

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.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Borders.

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