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The weather in January is slightly colder than the previous month. January has average maximum temperatures of 7°C (45°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 16.6% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with very little sunshine. There are only 1.2 hours of sunshine per day. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Scotland.
January has total rainfall of 1.6cm (0.6inches) making it very dry with only very occasional light showers. There are 24.8 days with some rainfall, so although many days have some rainfall the rain is sparse and light on those days.
Sea temperatures are a cold 10°C (50°F). January is too cold for swimming in Scotland for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in January is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into February.
Consider visiting Scotland in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for January.
No, January is not a good time for sunbathing in Scotland.
January has average maximum temperatures of 7°C (45°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 16.6% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with very little sunshine. There are only 1.2 hours of sunshine per day. January has total rainfall of 1.6cm (0.6inches) making it very dry with only very occasional light showers. There are 24.8 days with some rainfall, so although many days have some rainfall the rain is sparse and light on those days.
More about January temperature and sunshine.
No, January is too cold for swimming in Scotland for any length of time, with the sea water at 10°C (50°F), unless you have a wetsuit.
More about January sea temperatures.
No, January is not a good time for a holiday in Scotland.
January has average maximum temperatures of 7°C (45°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 16.6% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with very little sunshine. There are only 1.2 hours of sunshine per day. January has total rainfall of 1.6cm (0.6inches) making it very dry with only very occasional light showers. There are 24.8 days with some rainfall, so although many days have some rainfall the rain is sparse and light on those days. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Scotland. Sea temperatures are a cold 10°C (50°F). January is too cold for swimming in Scotland for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.
More about the January temperatures and sunshine.
No, Scotland is too cold for sunbathing in January.
The average maximum temperature in Scotland in January is 7°C (45°F). The average maximum temperature is 8°C (46°) in the previous month and 8°C (46°F) in the next month.
The average temperature in Scotland in January is 5°C (41°F). The average temperature is 5°C (41°F) in the previous month and 5°C (41°F) in the next month.
More info about the January temperatures and sunshine.
The average day light hours per day in Scotland in January are 7.3. The sunshine percentage is 16.6% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with very little sunshine. There are only 1.2 hours of sunshine per day.
More about January sunshine.
The weather in January is slightly colder than the previous month. The average maximum temperature in Scotland in January is 7°C (45°F). The average maximum temperature is 8°C (46°F) in the previous month and 8°C (46°F) in the next month.
The average temperature in Scotland in January is 5°C (41°F). The average temperature is 5°C (41°F) in the previous month and 5°C (41°F) in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Scotland in January is 3°C (38°F). The minimum temperature is 3°C (37°F) in the previous month and 3°C (38°F) in the next month.
The days in January are longer than the previous month and the days continue to get longer into February. January has marginally more hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to rise quickly into February. During January the average day light hours are 7.3 per day in Scotland. The sunshine percentage is 16.6% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with very little sunshine. There are only 1.2 hours of sunshine per day.
The ultraviolet index in Scotland in January is typically 0.3 during January. An ultraviolet index reading of 0 to 2 indicates low danger from the sun's UV rays for the average person. Most people will be able to spend several hours in the sun with out a problem, however unprotected skin risks burning in less than 1 hour. Wear sunglasses on bright days. Only those that burn easily will need to apply sunscreen. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Scotland in January is 9.9°C (49.8°F) which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit. The sea temperature in January is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into February.
January weather is slightly drier than the previous month. The average total rainfall in Scotland in January is 1.6cm (0.6inches) and on average there are 24.8 rainy days in January making it a very wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Scotland in January is 5°C (41°F) which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 6°C (42°F) in the previous month and 5°C (5°F) in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Scotland in January is typically 91.5%. The maximum relative humidity is 92.3% in the previous month and 91.4% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Scotland in January is typically 83.4%. The average relative humidity is 83.2% in the previous month and 83% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Scotland in January is typically 44KM/H (27MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 44KM/H (28MPH) in the previous month and 39KM/H (24MPH) in the next month.
The average wind speed in Scotland in January is typically 27KM/H (17MPH). The average wind speed is 27KM/H (17MPH) in the previous month and 25KM/H (15MPH) in the next month.
The average wind direction in Scotland in January is from the South West.
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