Thinking about venturing to the Orkney Islands, the United Kingdom this January and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What to Expect in the Orkney Islands in January
The Orkney Islands, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. January in the Orkney Islands 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 5°C (41°F) in Orphir.For a closer look at conditions across the Orkney Islands, the United Kingdom, refer to the map below.
Precipitation
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Burray Village with an average of 111 mm (4.4 in) to high rainfall in Orkney with 128 mm (5 in).Average sunshine
Sunshine hours are generally lower in most areas during January. Orphir experiences about 33 hours of sunlight. If you're looking for brighter destinations, our weather planner can suggest better options.
