January Rainfall and Precipitation in Dumfries and Galloway

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Dumfries and Galloway, the United Kingdom in January.

Dumfries and Galloway, the United Kingdom, a region in the United Kingdom, experiences precipitation in January ranging from high in Gretna Green (103 mm (4.1 in)) to high in Carsphairn (143 mm (5.6 in)). In January, it is winter.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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Dumfries and Galloway precipitation in January: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does Dumfries and Galloway, the United Kingdom receive in January?

January in Dumfries is marked by substantial rain, totaling an average of 116 mm (4.6 in). Rapid weather changes are common due to the frequent precipitation.

How many days does it rain in Dumfries and Galloway, the United Kingdom in January?

Rainfall in Dumfries typically falls on roughly 20 days days in January.

Is January part of the rainy season in Dumfries and Galloway, the United Kingdom?

No. January sits outside the typical rainy season in Dumfries and Galloway, the United Kingdom, so you can expect drier conditions overall.

What is the wettest city in January in Dumfries and Galloway, the United Kingdom?

In our database, Carsphairn stands out as having an average rainfall level of 143 mm (5.6 in), making it the wettest location.

What is the driest city in January in Dumfries and Galloway, the United Kingdom?

In our records, Gretna Green stands out as the driest city in Dumfries and Galloway, the United Kingdom for January, averaging just 103 mm (4.1 in).

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