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Tobermory Weather in January

Tobermory in January sees low daytime temperatures of 9°C (48°F) and nighttime lows of 5°C (41°F). As part of the rainy season, showers are frequent and often heavy. Budget around 235 mm (9.3 in) of rainfall for the month.

Rainfall in Tobermory in January

As part of the rainy season, Tobermory sees around 23 days of rain in January, with an average of 235 mm (9.3 in). With rain on many days and solid totals, showers are frequent and often moderately heavy. Waterproof gear is a sensible idea.

Temperature in Tobermory in January

Tobermory in January gets highs of 9°C (48°F) during the day and drops to 5°C (41°F) at night. It stays cool throughout the day, so warm layers are a good idea from morning to evening. With lows around 5°C (41°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Tobermory in January

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 33 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Tobermory. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Tobermory Temperature in January

Min Temperature
5°C (41°F)
Max Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Chance of Rain
78%
Precipitation
235 mm (9.3 in)
Rainy days
23 days
Sunshine
33 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: Oban, Scotland (43 KM, 27 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Tobermory in January

Cold weather calls for smart layering in January. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything! You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Tobermory in January

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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