Shandon weather in January (Strathclyde, United Kingdom)

How's the weather trend in Shandon as January approaches? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

During January, Shandon usually has low temperatures and heavy rainfall. The winter season is characteristic of January. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 7°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 2°C. Expect chilly temperatures this month, as it is typically the coldest of the year. Pack accordingly with warm clothes.

Precipitation

Shandon in January usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 192 mm for the month. Expect frequent, heavy rain this month, marking the peak rainfall period. A poncho will help protect you from getting soaked. Typically, you can expect about 23 days of rain this month.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 37 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Shandon. July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Shandon, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 2°C  

Max Temperature 7°C  

Chance of Rain 76%  

Precipitation 192 mm  

Rainy days 23 days  

Humidity 87% *  

Sunshine 37 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 15% *  

Data from: Glasgow, Scotland (30 KM, 19 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in January

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

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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

4/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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