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Skibbereen weather in January (County Cork, Ireland)

How is the weather in Skibbereen in January? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In January, Skibbereen typically experiences low temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 10°C, while nights can cool down to about 5°C. This time of year is characterized by the most temperate climate of all the months.

Skibbereen in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 116 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 23 days of rain.

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 57 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Skibbereen. June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Skibbereen, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 5°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 10°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 75%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 116 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 23 days  
HumidityHumidity 83% *  
SunshineSunshine 57 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 22% *  
* Data from: Cork, Ireland (62 KM, 38 Miles).

Where to go in Ireland in January

Find out more about the weather in Ireland in January and which places have the best weather 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 Skibbereen in January?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
5/10

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