Temperature in Dumfries and Galloway in January

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Dumfries and Galloway, the United Kingdom this January.

Dumfries and Galloway, the United Kingdom, a region in the United Kingdom, experiences low average maximum daytime temperatures in January, ranging from 7°C (45°F) in Moffat to 9°C (48°F) in Portpatrick. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in Portpatrick and 1°C (34°F) in Moffat. January is part of the winter season On average, it is one of the coldest months of the year.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Dumfries and Galloway, the United Kingdom in January?

Curious about the January temperatures in the prime spots of Dumfries and Galloway? Navigate the map below and tap on a destination dot for more detailed stats.

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Best Places to Visit in Dumfries and Galloway in January

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in January: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Dumfries and Galloway temperatures in January: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Dumfries and Galloway, the United Kingdom in January?

Expect daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) in Dumfries. That makes January a low month for Dumfries and Galloway, the United Kingdom.

How cold does it get at night in Dumfries and Galloway, the United Kingdom in January?

After dark, Dumfries cools to about 2°C (36°F) on an average January night.

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

Portpatrick tops the warmest city list in our database with average maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and a minimum nighttime temperature of around 6°C (43°F).

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

According to our data, Moffat holds the title for the coldest city in Dumfries and Galloway, the United Kingdom in January. It experiences maximum temperatures of approximately 7°C (45°F) and drops to lows of about 1°C (34°F) during the night.

How much sun does Dumfries and Galloway, the United Kingdom get in January?

Most areas see fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 39 hours of sunshine in Dumfries. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

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