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Ventry Weather in January

January in Ventry brings low temperatures around 11°C (52°F) during the day, dropping to 6°C (43°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 157 mm (6.2 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Ventry in January

You can typically expect 24 days of rain this month, averaging around 157 mm (6.2 in). Wet weather is a regular and significant part of this month. Frequent days of rain combined with high totals means proper waterproofs are worth packing.

Temperature in Ventry in January

Daytime highs in Ventry in January reach 11°C (52°F), with nights around 6°C (43°F). It stays cool throughout the day, so warm layers are a good idea from morning to evening. With lows around 6°C (43°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Ventry in January

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 44 hours of sunshine.

Wind Speed in Ventry in January

January sees wind speeds averaging 6 m/s (12 knots). You'll experience strong winds that cause whole trees to sway and require effort when walking against them. As an average, expect variation from moderate breezes to particularly windy days that affect daily routines.

Average water temperature in January

At 10°C (50°F), the water is very cold. Most people find it too uncomfortable for anything beyond a brief wade.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Ventry. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Ventry Temperature in January

Min Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Max Temperature
11°C (52°F)
Water Temperature
10°C (50°F) *
Chance of Rain
81%
Precipitation
157 mm (6.2 in)
Rainy days
24 days
Humidity
78% *
Windspeed
6 m/s (12 knots) *
Sunshine
44 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
19% *
* Data from: Valentia, Ireland (23 KM, 14 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 Ventry in January

The weather can be unpredictable in January, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. The water temperature sits at about 10°C (50°F), which is too chilly for most people to enjoy swimming. Leave the swimsuit at home unless you love cold water. With limited sunshine expected, sunglasses aren't a priority for packing.

What To Do in Ventry in January

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

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

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