County Donegal
January
Weather in County Donegal for January 2025
Your guide to County Donegal weather in January - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in County Donegal at the beginning of January is 6.4 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to noticeably warm up, reaching an average of 9 °C by the end of January.
Expect significant rainfall in County Donegal during January, with an average of 16 rainy days.
County Donegal experiences moderate snowfall in January, with an average of 6 snowy days.
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9
Dry days
16
Rainy days
6
Snow days
6°/2°
Temperatures
24 km/h
Avg max wind
85 %
Avg humidity
County Donegal in January average weather
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| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
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| 1  5° | 2 7° | 3  8° | 4 7° | 5 7° | ||
| 6 7° | 7  4° | 8 4° | 9 3° | 10  4° | 11  5° | 12 4° |
| 13 7° | 14 5° | 15  3° | 16 4° | 17  1° | 18 2° | 19  3° |
| 20 8° | 21 11° | 22 7° | 23 12° | 24 7° | 25 11° | 26 7° |
| 27 9° | 28 13° | 29  6° | 30 7° | 31  10° |
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Temperatures trend during January in County Donegal
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January weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| 1 Jan. | Light rain shower | 5° /3° | 18.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 2 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /4° | 1.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 3 Jan. | Light drizzle | 8° /6° | 3.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 4 Jan. | Light rain shower | 7° /2° | 5.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 5 Jan. | Light rain shower | 7° /2° | 2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 6 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /1° | 0.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 7 Jan. | Sunny | 4° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 8 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 4° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 9 Jan. | Sunny | 3° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 10 Jan. | Mist | 4° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 11 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 5° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 12 Jan. | Sunny | 4° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 Jan. | Fog | 7° /3° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 14 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 5° /0° | 0.8 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 15 Jan. | Light snow showers | 3° /0° | 0.9 mm | 0.7 cm | |
| 16 Jan. | Light snow showers | 4° /-1° | 6.6 mm | 1 cm | |
| 17 Jan. | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 1° /-2° | 2.4 mm | 1.8 cm | |
| 18 Jan. | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 2° /-3° | 1.8 mm | 1.5 cm | |
| 19 Jan. | Light freezing rain | 3° /-1° | 0.5 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| 20 Jan. | Light rain | 8° /3° | 3.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 21 Jan. | Light rain shower | 11° /4° | 19 mm | 0 cm | |
| 22 Jan. | Light rain shower | 7° /4° | 6.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 23 Jan. | Light rain shower | 12° /4° | 20.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 24 Jan. | Light rain shower | 7° /4° | 1.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 25 Jan. | Light rain shower | 11° /4° | 14.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 26 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /3° | 2.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 27 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 9° /7° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 28 Jan. | Light rain shower | 13° /5° | 1.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 29 Jan. | Cloudy | 6° /1° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 30 Jan. | Light freezing rain | 7° /0° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 31 Jan. | Moderate rain | 10° /5° | 13.3 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for County Donegal in January is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the County Donegal forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
County Donegal in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in County Donegal during January?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 6° and colder nights, dipping below 2°.
How much rainfall should be expected in County Donegal during January?
Significant rainfall exceeding 127.2 mm is expected in County Donegal during January, occurring over more than 16 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Is snowfall common in County Donegal during January?
County Donegal experiences an average snowfall of 5.5 cm during January, occurring over 6 days, which may interest winter sports enthusiasts.
What are the typical wind conditions in County Donegal during January?
The average wind speed in County Donegal during January is 24 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
What to pack to County Donegal in January?
As you prepare for your trip to County Donegal in January, it's important to consider the typical weather patterns for the time of year. Below is a carefully tailored packing list to ensure that your time in County Donegal, during January, is comfortable and enjoyable, regardless of the weather conditions.
- Clothing
- Warm Clothing: Sweaters, hoodies, long pants
- Rain Gear: Lightweight, waterproof clothing
- Footwear
- Waterproof Shoes
- Accessories
- Scarves: To protect you from the cold wind
- Gloves/Mittens: Essential for cold weather
- Warm Hats: Warm hats for insulation in cold weather
- Umbrellas/Raincoats: For rainy days
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