Isle of Lewis Weather in January

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

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Barvas Stornoway

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

What to Expect in Isle of Lewis in January

Isle of Lewis, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. January in Isle of Lewis generally has cold temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 9°C (48°F) and nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) in Barvas. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

To explore the conditions in Isle of Lewis, the United Kingdom in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

January is a rainy month with an average rainfall of around 118 mm (4.6 in) in Barvas.

Average sunshine

Sunshine hours are generally lower in most areas during January. Barvas experiences about 33 hours of sunlight. If you're looking for brighter destinations, our weather planner can suggest better options.

Explore Isle of Lewis by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Isle of Lewis - and find the best time to visit. (based on Barvas)

January9°C (48°F) February9°C (48°F) March10°C (50°F) April12°C (54°F) May14°C (57°F) June15°C (59°F) This monthJuly17°C (63°F) August17°C (63°F) September16°C (61°F) October13°C (55°F) November11°C (52°F) December9°C (48°F)
Best Time to Visit Isle of Lewis →

Best Places to Visit in Isle of Lewis in January

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

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 Isle of Lewis

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

Temperature range in Isle of Lewis (January)

Precipitation variation in Isle of Lewis (January)

Barvas

In January Barvas generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
30 hours
33 hours
59 hours
Monthly rainfall
111 mm (4.4 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
26 days
25 days
19 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Barvas →

Stornoway

In January Stornoway generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
30 hours
33 hours
59 hours
Monthly rainfall
112 mm (4.4 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
26 days
25 days
19 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Stornoway →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Isle of Lewis, 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 Isle of Lewis in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Barvas 9°C (48°F) 4°C (39°F) 118 mm (4.6 in)
Stornoway 9°C (48°F) 4°C (39°F) 119 mm (4.7 in)

Isle of Lewis weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Isle of Lewis, the United Kingdom in January?

Isle of Lewis, the United Kingdom typically experiences less favorable weather in January, part of the season. Daytime highs in Barvas average around 9°C (48°F), and temperatures drop to about 4°C (39°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Isle of Lewis, the United Kingdom in January?

Daytime temperatures in Barvas peak at roughly 9°C (48°F) in January, dropping to about 4°C (39°F) overnight.

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

Isle of Lewis, the United Kingdom sees substantial rainfall in January. Barvas typically averages about 118 mm (4.6 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Isle of Lewis, the United Kingdom?

Given the typically less favorable weather conditions in Barvas, January may not be the ideal time to visit Isle of Lewis, the United Kingdom.

On average, the best time to visit Isle of Lewis, the United Kingdom is in May, June and July with generally good weather in Barvas. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, October, November and December tend to be less favorable.

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