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Temperature in January

Temperature in Highland in January

Highland, Scotland, a region in Scotland, experiences low average maximum daytime temperatures in January, ranging from 6°C (43°F) in Inverinate to 9°C (48°F) in Lamlash. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 5°C (41°F) in Lamlash and 1°C (34°F) in Inverinate. In January, it is winter. On average, it is one of the coldest months of the year.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Highland, Scotland in January?

To get a sense of January's typical temperatures in the key spots of Highland, explore the map below. Click on a point for an in-depth look.

Highland Weather by Month

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January8°C (46°F) February8°C (46°F) March10°C (50°F) April12°C (54°F) May15°C (59°F) June18°C (64°F) July19°C (66°F) August19°C (66°F) This monthSeptember17°C (63°F) October14°C (57°F) November10°C (50°F) December8°C (46°F)
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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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Highland temperatures in January: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Highland, Scotland in January?

Edinburgh averages a daytime high of 8°C (46°F) in January, which is low for Highland, Scotland.

How cold does it get at night in Highland, Scotland in January?

Average overnight lows in Highland, Scotland during January sit near 2°C (36°F) in Edinburgh.

What is the warmest city in January in Highland, Scotland?

From a thorough analysis of our records, Lamlash clearly dominates in terms of high temperatures. The city witnesses daytime temperatures hovering around 9°C (48°F), and evenings that remain near 5°C (41°F).

What is the coldest city in January in Highland, Scotland?

In our database, Inverinate is the chilliest city in January in Highland, Scotland. Daytime temperatures typically peak at 6°C (43°F), while the nighttime lows hover around 1°C (34°F).

How much sun does Highland, Scotland get in January?

Edinburgh experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 54 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

What is the water temperature in January?

The water temperature averages approximately 6°C (43°F) in Edinburgh this month, generally too cold for comfortable swimming.

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