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Weather in Edinburgh for January 2025

Your guide to Edinburgh weather in January - trends and predictions
  • In general, the average temperature in Edinburgh at the beginning of January is 6.3 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 7.9 °C by the end of January.

  • Edinburgh sees moderate rainfall in January, averaging 6 rainy days.

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Average dry days
25
Dry days
Average rainy days
6
Rainy days
Average snowy days
0
Snow days
Average temperatures
8°/1°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
26 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
82 %
Avg humidity

Edinburgh in January average weather

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Temperatures trend during January in Edinburgh

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January weather day by day

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Date Weather Temperatures Rain Snow More
1 Jan. Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
5° /1° 3.8 mm 0 cm
2 Jan. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
4° /1° 4.4 mm 0 cm
3 Jan. Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
8° /2° 3.1 mm 0 cm
4 Jan. Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
8° /5° 3.2 mm 0 cm
5 Jan. Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
7° /3° 3.3 mm 0 cm
6 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
6° /3° 0.3 mm 0 cm
7 Jan. Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
6° /3° 2.5 mm 0 cm
8 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
5° /2° 0.8 mm 0 cm
9 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
5° /2° 0 mm 0 cm
10 Jan. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
7° /3° 6.1 mm 0 cm
11 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
5° /2° 0.3 mm 0 cm
12 Jan. Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
6° /2° 4.4 mm 0 cm
13 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
6° /2° 0.2 mm 0 cm
14 Jan. Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
4° /1° 4.1 mm 0 cm
15 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
2° /-1° 0.6 mm 0 cm
16 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
2° /-2° 0.8 mm 0.7 cm
17 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
1° /-3° 0 mm 0 cm
18 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
2° /-2° 0 mm 0 cm
19 Jan. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
4° /-2° 1.3 mm 0.4 cm
20 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
5° /0° 1.8 mm 0 cm
21 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
6° /2° 11.7 mm 0 cm
22 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
7° /2° 1.1 mm 0 cm
23 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
10° /4° 6.3 mm 0 cm
24 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
9° /4° 0.5 mm 0 cm
25 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
9° /3° 2.2 mm 0 cm
26 Jan. Sunny
Sunny
9° /2° 1.7 mm 0 cm
27 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
7° /2° 0 mm 0 cm
28 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
8° /3° 0.8 mm 0 cm
29 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
7° /3° 1.4 mm 0 cm
30 Jan. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
7° /2° 0.7 mm 0 cm
31 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
8° /3° 4.6 mm 0 cm
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.

Edinburgh in January - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Edinburgh during January?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 8° and colder nights, dipping below 1°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Edinburgh during January?
Significant rainfall exceeding 144.4 mm is expected in Edinburgh during January, occurring over more than 6 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Is snowfall common in Edinburgh during January?
Edinburgh experiences an average snowfall of 2.2 cm during January, occurring over 0 days, which may interest winter sports enthusiasts.
What are the typical wind conditions in Edinburgh during January?
The average wind speed in Edinburgh during January is 26 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

January rainfall patterns in Edinburgh

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January snowfall in Edinburgh

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