Laois Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Laois, Ireland in January.

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Portlaoise Killenard Mountmellick Donaghmore

Planning a getaway to Laois, Ireland this January and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Laois in January

Laois, Ireland is a region in Ireland. January in Laois generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. January is a winter month.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 9°C (48°F) and nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) in Portlaoise. In general, this month stands out as the coldest period throughout the year. Given the lower temperatures, it's essential to be well-prepared. Packing the right winter clothing and necessary accessories can make a significant difference in ensuring your comfort and well-being during this chilly season.

To explore the conditions in Laois, Ireland in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Killenard with an average of 77 mm (3 in) to moderate rainfall in Donaghmore with 82 mm (3.2 in).

Explore Laois by month

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

January9°C (48°F) February10°C (50°F) March11°C (52°F) April13°C (55°F) May16°C (61°F) June19°C (66°F) This monthJuly20°C (68°F) August20°C (68°F) September18°C (64°F) October14°C (57°F) November11°C (52°F) December9°C (48°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Laois in January

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

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 Laois

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Laois, Ireland?

Temperature range in Laois (January)

Precipitation variation in Laois (January)

Portlaoise

In January Portlaoise generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°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
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Portlaoise →

Killenard

In January Killenard generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°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
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
51 hours
56 hours
71 hours
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
77 mm (3 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Killenard →

Mountmellick

In January Mountmellick generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°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
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Mountmellick →

Donaghmore

In January Donaghmore generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°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
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
45 hours
48 hours
67 hours
Monthly rainfall
88 mm (3.5 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Donaghmore →

Abbeyleix

In January Abbeyleix generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°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
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Abbeyleix →

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Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Portlaoise 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Killenard 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Mountmellick 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Donaghmore 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Abbeyleix 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)

Laois weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Laois, Ireland in January?

Expect poor weather across Laois, Ireland in January. The popular destination of Portlaoise averages 9°C (48°F) by day and 3°C (37°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Laois, Ireland in January?

Portlaoise averages a daytime maximum of 9°C (48°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 3°C (37°F).

Does Laois, Ireland get a lot of rain in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Laois, Ireland during January, with Portlaoise averaging close to 78 mm (3.1 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Laois, Ireland?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Laois, Ireland due to the typically poor weather in Portlaoise.

On average, the best time to visit Laois, Ireland is in July and August with generally perfect weather in Portlaoise. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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