Stirling weather in January (Central Scotland, United Kingdom)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Stirling during January? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

During January, Stirling usually has low temperatures and high rainfall. January is part of winter. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 7°C. At night, they generally drop to 2°C. With temperatures often at their lowest, this month is coldest of the year. Ideal for indoor activities, be sure to pack warm clothing.

Precipitation

Stirling in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 122 mm for the month. As the month with the most rain, you'll want to have an umbrella with you to manage the frequent showers. Expect around 21 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 54 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 Stirling. June and July generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Stirling, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 2°C  

Max Temperature 7°C  

Chance of Rain 69%  

Precipitation 122 mm  

Rainy days 21 days  

Humidity 84% *  

Sunshine 54 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 22% *  

Data from: Edinburgh, Scotland (41 KM, 25 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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