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Skelmorlie weather in January (Strathclyde, United Kingdom)

What is the weather forecast for Skelmorlie in January? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

Typically, January in Skelmorlie includes low temperatures and heavy rainfall. Winter occurs in January. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 8°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 3°C. The month is typically the coldest, so be sure to prepare by packing plenty of warm clothing.

Precipitation

Skelmorlie in January usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 171 mm for the month. With the year's heaviest rain occurring this month, it's best to be equipped with a poncho to handle the frequent downpours. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 22 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 37 hours hours of sunshine, suitable for those who prefer less sun.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Skelmorlie. May, 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 Skelmorlie climate page with graphs.

 

Skelmorlie, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 3°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 8°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 74%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 171 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 22 days  
HumidityHumidity 87% *  
SunshineSunshine 37 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 15% *  
* Data from: Glasgow, Scotland (28 KM, 17 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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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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