Temperature in The Highlands in January

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

The Highlands, the United Kingdom, a region in the United Kingdom, experiences low average maximum daytime temperatures in January, ranging from 5°C (41°F) in Newtonmore to 9°C (48°F) in Dunvegan. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 5°C (41°F) in Dunvegan and -1°C (30°F) in Newtonmore. January falls during the winter season. On average, it is one of the coldest months of the year.

What is the temperature of the different cities in the Highlands, the United Kingdom in January?

Explore the map below to discover average January temperatures at the top destinations in the Highlands. For a deeper dive, simply click on any destination dot.

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See also: the Highlands weather by month.

Best Places to Visit in the Highlands 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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The Highlands temperatures in January: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in the Highlands, the United Kingdom in January?

Average daytime highs in the Highlands, the United Kingdom during January reach about 7°C (45°F) in Inverness.

How cold does it get at night in the Highlands, the United Kingdom in January?

Inverness sees nighttime lows close to 1°C (34°F) in January.

What is the warmest city in January in the Highlands, the United Kingdom?

Data insights from our comprehensive database indicate that Dunvegan is the city with the highest warmth. Daytime peaks average near 9°C (48°F), while the nights are characterized by a low temperature close to 5°C (41°F).

What is the coldest city in January in the Highlands, the United Kingdom?

In our database, Newtonmore is the chilliest city in January in the Highlands, the United Kingdom. Daytime temperatures typically peak at 5°C (41°F), while the nighttime lows hover around -1°C (30°F).

How much sun does the Highlands, the United Kingdom get in January?

Most areas see fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 40 hours of sunshine in Inverness. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

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