Temperature in The Orkney Islands in January

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in the Orkney Islands, the United Kingdom this January.

The Orkney Islands, the United Kingdom, a region in the United Kingdom, typically experiences cold weather in January, with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) in Orphir.

What is the temperature of the different cities in the Orkney Islands, the United Kingdom in January?

Curious about the January temperatures in the prime spots of the Orkney Islands? Navigate the map below and tap on a destination dot for more detailed stats.

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Best Places to Visit in the Orkney Islands in January

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in January: blue is cold, red is hot.

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The Orkney Islands temperatures in January: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in the Orkney Islands, the United Kingdom in January?

Average daytime highs in the Orkney Islands, the United Kingdom during January reach about 9°C (48°F) in Orphir.

How cold does it get at night in the Orkney Islands, the United Kingdom in January?

Orphir sees nighttime lows close to 5°C (41°F) in January.

How much sun does the Orkney Islands, the United Kingdom get in January?

Orphir experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 33 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

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