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Grampian Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Grampian, the United Kingdom in January.

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Planning a trip to Grampian, the United Kingdom this January? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Grampian in January

Grampian, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. January in Grampian generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 4°C (39°F) in Inverey to 8°C (46°F) in Fraserburgh. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 5°C (41°F) in Fraserburgh and -1°C (30°F) in Inverey. On average, January is the coldest month of the year in Grampian, the United Kingdom. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

For specific regional insights in Grampian, the United Kingdom, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Tarves with an average of 68 mm (2.7 in) to high rainfall in Inverey with 119 mm (4.7 in).

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Aberdeen receives around 62 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

Explore Grampian by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Grampian — and find the best time to visit. (based on Aberdeen)

January8°C (46°F) February8°C (46°F) March9°C (48°F) April11°C (52°F) May13°C (55°F) June15°C (59°F) This monthJuly18°C (64°F) August18°C (64°F) September16°C (61°F) October13°C (55°F) November10°C (50°F) December8°C (46°F)
Best Time to Visit Grampian →

Best Places to Visit in Grampian in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Grampian.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Grampian

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Grampian, the United Kingdom?

Temperature range in Grampian (January)

Precipitation variation in Grampian (January)

Aberdeen

In January Aberdeen generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
48 hours
62 hours
86 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Aberdeen →

Stonehaven

In January Stonehaven generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
48 hours
62 hours
86 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Stonehaven →

Dyce

In January Dyce generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
48 hours
62 hours
86 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Dyce →

Banchory

In January Banchory generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
48 hours
62 hours
86 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Banchory →

Elgin

In January Elgin generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
27 hours
40 hours
75 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
77 mm (3 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
19 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Elgin →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Grampian, in the United Kingdom.

In our records: the United Kingdom January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in the United Kingdom in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in the United Kingdom dropped to -20°C (-4°F) in Birmingham on January 14, 1982.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Grampian in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Aberdeen 8°C (46°F) 3°C (37°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Stonehaven 8°C (46°F) 4°C (39°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Dyce 8°C (46°F) 3°C (37°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Banchory 7°C (45°F) 2°C (36°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Elgin 8°C (46°F) 3°C (37°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Tomintoul 5°C (41°F) -1°C (30°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)

Grampian weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Grampian, the United Kingdom in January?

Expect poor weather across Grampian, the United Kingdom in January. The popular destination of Aberdeen averages 8°C (46°F) by day and 3°C (37°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Grampian, the United Kingdom in January?

Daytime temperatures in Aberdeen peak at roughly 8°C (46°F) in January, dropping to about 3°C (37°F) overnight.

Does Grampian, the United Kingdom get a lot of rain in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Grampian, the United Kingdom during January, with Aberdeen averaging close to 72 mm (2.8 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Grampian, the United Kingdom?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Aberdeen, January may not be the ideal time to visit Grampian, the United Kingdom.

On average, the best time to visit Grampian, the United Kingdom is in July and August with generally pleasant weather in Aberdeen. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

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