Tobermory

Inner Hebrides Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Inner Hebrides, Scotland in January.

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Tobermory Bowmore Duntulm

Considering a trip to the Inner Hebrides, Scotland 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 the Inner Hebrides in January

The Inner Hebrides, Scotland is a region in Scotland. January in the Inner Hebrides generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 9°C (48°F) and nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) in Tobermory.

For a closer look at conditions across the Inner Hebrides, Scotland, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Bowmore with an average of 129 mm (5.1 in) to heavy rainfall in Tobermory with 235 mm (9.3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more limited in many areas during this month. Tobermory receives about 33 hours of sunlight. For sunnier weather, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore the Inner Hebrides by month

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Best Places to Visit in the Inner Hebrides in January

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

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 the Inner Hebrides

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in the Inner Hebrides, Scotland?

Temperature range in the Inner Hebrides (January)

Precipitation variation in the Inner Hebrides (January)

Tobermory

In January Tobermory 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)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
31 hours
33 hours
59 hours
Monthly rainfall
237 mm (9.3 in)
235 mm (9.3 in)
202 mm (8 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
23 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Tobermory →

Bowmore

In January Bowmore generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly rainfall
131 mm (5.2 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
23 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Bowmore →

Duntulm

In January Duntulm 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
187 mm (7.4 in)
188 mm (7.4 in)
158 mm (6.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
27 days
25 days
20 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Duntulm →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Inner Hebrides, in Scotland.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Inner Hebrides in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Tobermory 9°C (48°F) 5°C (41°F) 235 mm (9.3 in)
Bowmore 10°C (50°F) 5°C (41°F) 129 mm (5.1 in)
Duntulm 9°C (48°F) 5°C (41°F) 188 mm (7.4 in)

The Inner Hebrides weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Inner Hebrides, Scotland in January?

In January, the Inner Hebrides, Scotland generally has poor weather conditions. Tobermory sees daytime temperatures near 9°C (48°F), with nights cooling to roughly 5°C (41°F).

What is the average temperature in the Inner Hebrides, Scotland in January?

Tobermory averages a daytime maximum of 9°C (48°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 5°C (41°F).

Does the Inner Hebrides, Scotland get a lot of rain in January?

Yes. January brings heavy rainfall to the Inner Hebrides, Scotland, with Tobermory averaging around 235 mm (9.3 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is January a Good Time to Visit the Inner Hebrides, Scotland?

In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to the Inner Hebrides, Scotland with often poor weather in Tobermory.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly unpleasant weather in Tobermory.

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