January Rainfall and Precipitation in The Orkney Islands
Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in the Orkney Islands, the United Kingdom in January.
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
The Orkney Islands precipitation in January: frequently asked questions
How much rainfall does the Orkney Islands, the United Kingdom receive in January?
In January, Orphir typically experiences high rainfall, averaging about 122 mm (4.8 in). This translates to a mix of wet and dry days throughout the month.
How many days does it rain in the Orkney Islands, the United Kingdom in January?
Rainfall in Orphir typically falls on roughly 25 days days in January.
Is January part of the rainy season in the Orkney Islands, the United Kingdom?
January is generally a drier month for the Orkney Islands, the United Kingdom, falling outside the main rainy season.
What is the wettest city in January in the Orkney Islands, the United Kingdom?
Orkney is the wettest city in the Orkney Islands, the United Kingdom in January according to our database, with average rainfall of around 128 mm (5 in).
What is the driest city in January in the Orkney Islands, the United Kingdom?
Based on our database, Burray Village sees the least rainfall in the Orkney Islands, the United Kingdom in January, with around 111 mm (4.4 in) on average.
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