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January
Weather in Edinburgh for January 2025
Your guide to Edinburgh weather in January - trends and predictions
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With an average of 5 snowy days, Edinburgh usually enjoys a light touch of snow in January.
According to Edinburgh snow forecast for January 2025, no snow is expected until the end of the month.Until now, January 2025 in Edinburgh is slightly cooler than the historical average by -0.9 °C.
The forecast for the upcoming days in Edinburgh predicts a temperature of 6.6 °C, which is slightly above the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in Edinburgh at the beginning of January is 4.9 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 6.4 °C by the end of January.
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20
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5°/1°
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24 km/h
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83 %
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Edinburgh in January average weather
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| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  6° | 2  4° | 3  6° | 4 5° | 5 4° | ||
| 6 5° | 7  4° | 8 3° | 9 4° | 10 6° | 11 6° | 12 5° |
| 13  6° | 14  6° | 15 5° | 16 6° | 17 5° | 18 5° | 19 5° |
| 20  5° | 21  6° | 22 7° | 23 7° | 24 8° | 25 7° | 26 7° |
| 27 6° | 28 7° | 29 7° | 30  6° | 31  5° |
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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. | Overcast | 6° /1° | 2.5 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| 2 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 4° /1° | 2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 3 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 6° /0° | 3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 4 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 5° /2° | 1.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 5 Jan. | Overcast | 4° /1° | 4.7 mm | 2.5 cm | |
| 6 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 5° /0° | 2.9 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| 7 Jan. | Sunny | 4° /0° | 1.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 8 Jan. | Overcast | 3° /-2° | 1.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 9 Jan. | Overcast | 4° /-1° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 10 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 6° /0° | 2.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 11 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 6° /1° | 1.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 12 Jan. | Sunny | 5° /1° | 1.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 Jan. | Patchy moderate snow | 6° /2° | 1.5 mm | 0.7 cm | |
| 14 Jan. | Heavy rain at times | 6° /2° | 5.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 15 Jan. | Overcast | 5° /1° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 16 Jan. | Overcast | 6° /0° | 2 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| 17 Jan. | Overcast | 5° /0° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 18 Jan. | Overcast | 5° /0° | 0.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 19 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 5° /0° | 2.5 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 20 Jan. | Light freezing rain | 5° /0° | 3.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 21 Jan. | Moderate rain at times | 6° /1° | 5.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 22 Jan. | Overcast | 7° /2° | 0.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 23 Jan. | Overcast | 7° /1° | 2.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 24 Jan. | Overcast | 8° /2° | 3.1 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| 25 Jan. | Overcast | 7° /1° | 1 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 26 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /1° | 3 mm | 0.8 cm | |
| 27 Jan. | Overcast | 6° /2° | 2.9 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| 28 Jan. | Overcast | 7° /2° | 2.5 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 29 Jan. | Moderate rain at times | 7° /2° | 2.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 30 Jan. | Sunny | 6° /2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 31 Jan. | Cloudy | 5° /2° | 0.1 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?
During January, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 5° and lows near 1°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.
How much rainfall should be expected in Edinburgh during January?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Edinburgh during January, with a total of 67.4 mm spread over approximately 20 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.
Will it snow in Edinburgh in January 2025?
Edinburgh experiences an average snowfall of 2.2025 cm during January, occurring over 5 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Edinburgh during January?
The average wind speed in Edinburgh during January is 24 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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