Scotland weather in January (Pennsylvania, United States of America)

Is Scotland a good destination in January, weather-wise? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

The typical weather for January in Scotland includes low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January marks the winter season. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 3°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about -5°C. Being the coldest month of the year, it’s a good idea to bring your heaviest winter gear.

Precipitation

Scotland in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 70 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 10 days of snow/rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 154 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Scotland. August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Scotland climate page with graphs.

 

Scotland, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -5°C  

Max Temperature 3°C  

Chance of Rain 33%  

Precipitation 70 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Humidity 64% *  

Sunshine 154 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 52% *  

* Data from: Harrisburg, the United States of America (68 KM, 42 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in January

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Scotland.

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