Average weather for Scotland in January
It's cold in January in Scotland with an average temperature of 6°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 5°C to a high of 9°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 0°C and 4°C.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Scotland with cold temps, averaging around 7°C during the day and nights around 2°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days in the early part of the month.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps drop to around 6°C, with nights around 2°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Scotland is around 7°C, while nighttime temps are about 3°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In January, there is an average of 108 mm of precipitation, spread over 17 days. Of the total precipitation, about 12 cm falls as snow in January. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Scotland in January |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
6°C | 5°C | |
 Max. temperature |
9°C | 11°C | |
| Min. temperature |
5°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
108 mm | 97 mm | |
| Rainy days |
17 days | 12 days | |
 Total snowfall |
12 cm | 16 cm | |
| Snowy days |
6 days | 8 days | |
December
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 2 this month. That's a low value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. The risk of sunburn is minimal at this time.
Is January a good time to visit Scotland?
Looking for sun? January isn’t a good month to be in Scotland. There’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records
With 14°C in 2016, Scotland reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -2°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -9°C to a highest value of 9°C.
Check out the climate of Scotland for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate in Scotland is based on weather data from Edinburgh. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Scotland to get the full picture of the climate.
Daily Temperature in January in Scotland
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Scotland, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in January in Scotland
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Scotland, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect about 17 days of precipitation in Scotland.
Daily Snowfall in January in Scotland
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in January in Scotland, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in January.
Daily UV index in January in Scotland
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Scotland, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in January in Scotland over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Scotland, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in January in Scotland over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Scotland, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in January in Scotland per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in January in Scotland, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily weather in January for Scotland
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Scotland. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in January in Scotland
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Although the pristine beauty is captivating, you can expect cold, cool and rainy days. Be prepared to be indoors a lot.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Scotland by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Scotland. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
