Weather in January in Dumfries and Galloway
Planning a journey to Dumfries and Galloway 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 Dumfries and Galloway in January?
Dumfries and Galloway is a region in the United Kingdom. January in Dumfries and Galloway generally has cold temperatures, with high precipitation. It's the height of winter.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 7°C in Moffat to 9°C in Portpatrick. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 6°C in Portpatrick and 1°C in Moffat. 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 specific regional insights in Dumfries and Galloway, refer to the map provided below.
Precipitation
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Gretna Green with an average of 103 mm to high rainfall in Carsphairn with 143 mm.Average sunshine
Most cities witness limited sunny days, expect roughly 39 hours of sunlight in Dumfries. This low amount of sunlight is perfect for those who lean towards dimmer, cloudier weather rather than intense sunny days.For an in-depth overview of the yearly conditions, do visit our Dumfries and Galloway climate page.
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What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Dumfries and Galloway?
Dumfries
In January Dumfries 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.
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Stranraer
In January Stranraer generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Moffat
In January Moffat generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Kirkcudbright
In January Kirkcudbright generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Gretna Green
In January Gretna Green 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.
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Is January the best time to visit Dumfries and Galloway?
In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Dumfries and Galloway due to the typically poor weather in Dumfries.
Generally speaking, July provides perfect weather in Dumfries. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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