Weather in January in Central Scotland
Thinking about venturing to Central Scotland this January and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in Central Scotland in January?
Central Scotland is a region in the United Kingdom. January in Central Scotland generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy. During January, winter is in full swing.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 5°C in Killin to 8°C in Boʼness. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 2°C in Boʼness and 0°C in Killin. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.
Precipitation
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Boʼness with an average of 95 mm to heavy rainfall in Tyndrum with 220 mm. Going by our weather data, it is the wettest month of the year in Stirling.Average sunshine
Stirling experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 54 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who prefer dimmer, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit daysTo learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Central Scotland in January, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Central Scotland climate page.
Where to go in Central Scotland in January
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Central Scotland?
Stirling
In January Stirling generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Callander
In January Callander generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Drymen
In January Drymen generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Killin
In January Killin generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Falkirk
In January Falkirk generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Central Scotland, in the United Kingdom.
Is January the best time to visit Central Scotland?
In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Central Scotland with often poor weather in Stirling.
On average, the best time to visit Central Scotland is in June and July with generally pleasant weather in Stirling. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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