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Isle of Skye Weather in January

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

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Portree Staffin Dunvegan Colbost

Considering a trip to Isle of Skye, the United Kingdom this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Isle of Skye in January

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

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 7°C (45°F) in Kyleakin to 9°C (48°F) in Dunvegan. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 5°C (41°F) in Dunvegan and 3°C (37°F) in Kyleakin.

For specific regional insights in Isle of Skye, the United Kingdom, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Hallin with an average of 161 mm (6.3 in) to heavy rainfall in Teangue with 261 mm (10 in). Going by our weather data, it is the wettest month of the year in Portree.

Average sunshine

Sunshine tends to be more scarce in many locations. Portree gets roughly 35 hours of sunlight. For sunnier alternatives, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore Isle of Skye by month

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

January9°C (48°F) February8°C (46°F) March9°C (48°F) April11°C (52°F) May13°C (55°F) June15°C (59°F) This monthJuly16°C (61°F) August17°C (63°F) September15°C (59°F) October13°C (55°F) November11°C (52°F) December9°C (48°F)
Best Time to Visit Isle of Skye →

Best Places to Visit in Isle of Skye in January

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

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 Skye

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

Temperature range in Isle of Skye (January)

Precipitation variation in Isle of Skye (January)

Portree

In January Portree generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
34 hours
35 hours
62 hours
Monthly rainfall
221 mm (8.7 in)
223 mm (8.8 in)
196 mm (7.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
27 days
25 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Portree →

Staffin

In January Staffin generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
34 hours
35 hours
62 hours
Monthly rainfall
208 mm (8.2 in)
208 mm (8.2 in)
178 mm (7 in)
Monthly rainy days
27 days
25 days
20 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Staffin →

Dunvegan

In January Dunvegan generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
34 hours
35 hours
62 hours
Monthly rainfall
173 mm (6.8 in)
176 mm (6.9 in)
150 mm (5.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
27 days
25 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Dunvegan →

Colbost

In January Colbost generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
34 hours
35 hours
62 hours
Monthly rainfall
174 mm (6.9 in)
175 mm (6.9 in)
149 mm (5.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
27 days
25 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Colbost →

Kyleakin

In January Kyleakin generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
34 hours
35 hours
62 hours
Monthly rainfall
225 mm (8.9 in)
237 mm (9.3 in)
214 mm (8.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
26 days
24 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kyleakin →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Portree 9°C (48°F) 5°C (41°F) 223 mm (8.8 in)
Staffin 9°C (48°F) 5°C (41°F) 208 mm (8.2 in)
Dunvegan 9°C (48°F) 5°C (41°F) 176 mm (6.9 in)
Colbost 9°C (48°F) 5°C (41°F) 175 mm (6.9 in)
Kyleakin 7°C (45°F) 3°C (37°F) 237 mm (9.3 in)
Broadford 8°C (46°F) 4°C (39°F) 223 mm (8.8 in)

Isle of Skye weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

In January, Isle of Skye, the United Kingdom generally has poor weather conditions. Portree sees daytime temperatures near 9°C (48°F), with nights cooling to roughly 5°C (41°F).

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

Average temperatures in Isle of Skye, the United Kingdom during January range from a nighttime low near 5°C (41°F) to a daytime high around 9°C (48°F) in Portree.

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

Yes. January brings heavy rainfall to Isle of Skye, the United Kingdom, with Portree averaging around 223 mm (8.8 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

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

In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Isle of Skye, the United Kingdom with often poor weather in Portree.

Generally speaking, June, July, August and September provide unpleasant weather in Portree.

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