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County Cork weather in January

Thinking about venturing to County Cork 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 County Cork in January?

County Cork is a region in Ireland. January in County Cork generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 10°C and nighttime temperatures around 5°C in Cork. 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.

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Fermoy with an average of 87 mm to heavy rainfall in Allihies with 171 mm. Most cities witness limited sunny days, expect roughly 57 hours of sunlight in Cork. This low amount of sunlight is perfect for those who lean towards dimmer, cloudier weather rather than intense sunny days.

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

Where to go in County Cork in January

Find more information for the most popular destinations in the County Cork on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailes.

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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 County Cork?

Cork

In January Cork generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Cork
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   December December
<<  
11°C 
6°C 
56 hours 
101 mm 
20 days 
poor 
January January
10°C 
5°C 
57 hours 
96 mm 
21 days 
poor 
February   >> February
>>  
10°C 
5°C 
69 hours 
84 mm 
18 days 
poor 
Climate in Cork

Kinsale

In January Kinsale generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Kinsale
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   December December
<<  
11°C 
7°C 
56 hours 
111 mm 
20 days 
poor 
January January
10°C 
6°C 
57 hours 
107 mm 
21 days 
poor 
February   >> February
>>  
10°C 
6°C 
69 hours 
92 mm 
19 days 
poor 
Climate in Kinsale

Blarney

In January Blarney generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Blarney
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   December December
<<  
10°C 
5°C 
56 hours 
96 mm 
20 days 
poor 
January January
10°C 
4°C 
57 hours 
91 mm 
21 days 
poor 
February   >> February
>>  
10°C 
4°C 
69 hours 
82 mm 
18 days 
poor 
Climate in Blarney

Clonakilty

In January Clonakilty generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Clonakilty
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   December December
<<  
11°C 
6°C 
56 hours 
127 mm 
21 days 
poor 
January January
10°C 
6°C 
57 hours 
122 mm 
22 days 
poor 
February   >> February
>>  
10°C 
5°C 
69 hours 
106 mm 
19 days 
poor 
Climate in Clonakilty

Skibbereen

In January Skibbereen generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Skibbereen
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   December December
<<  
11°C 
6°C 
56 hours 
121 mm 
22 days 
poor 
January January
10°C 
5°C 
57 hours 
116 mm 
23 days 
poor 
February   >> February
>>  
10°C 
5°C 
69 hours 
101 mm 
19 days 
poor 
Climate in Skibbereen

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in County Cork, in Ireland.

Is January the best time to visit County Cork?

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

On average, the best time to visit County Cork is in July, August and September with generally pleasant weather in Cork. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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