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Strathpeffer weather in January (Highlands, United Kingdom)

How's the weather trend in Strathpeffer as January approaches? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

January in Strathpeffer generally includes low temperatures and high rainfall. January is known for being in the winter season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 7°C, while night temperatures can drop to 1°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year, making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

Precipitation

Strathpeffer in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 121 mm for the month. This is the wettest month of the year, so having an umbrella ready is a smart choice. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 20 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 40 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 Strathpeffer. July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, October, 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 Strathpeffer climate page with graphs.

 

Strathpeffer, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 1°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 7°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 68%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 121 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 20 days  
SunshineSunshine 40 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Inverness, the United Kingdom (22 KM, 14 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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