Dumfries and Galloway (Dumfries)
January
Weather in Dumfries and Galloway for January 2026
Your guide to Dumfries and Galloway weather in January - trends and predictions
With an average of 3 snowy days, Dumfries and Galloway usually enjoys a light touch of snow in January.
In general, the average temperature in Dumfries and Galloway at the beginning of January is 3.1 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 6.6 °C by the end of January.
The climate of Dumfries and Galloway in January is notably wet, with an average of 12 rainy days, and a total of 143.6 mm of precipitation.
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12
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3
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5°/1°
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27 km/h
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84 %
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Dumfries and Galloway Weather January
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| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
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| 1  7° | 2  2° | 3  4° | 4  2° | |||
| 5  1° | 6  4° | 7 2° | 8  1° | 9  3° | 10 3° | 11 3° |
| 12 4° | 13 7° | 14 7° | 15 5° | 16 5° | 17 4° | 18 3° |
| 19 5° | 20 6° | 21 9° | 22 7° | 23  8° | 24 8° | 25  7° |
| 26 7° | 27 6° | 28 7° | 29 6° | 30 6° | 31 7° |
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Temperatures trend during January in Dumfries and Galloway
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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. | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 7° /0° | 0.6 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 2 Jan. | Sunny | 2° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 3 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 4° /0° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 4 Jan. | Light freezing rain | 2° /0° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 5 Jan. | Heavy snow | 1° /0° | 34 mm | 8.8 cm | |
| 6 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 4° /-2° | 1.2 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| 7 Jan. | Sunny | 2° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 8 Jan. | Overcast | 1° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 9 Jan. | Cloudy | 3° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 10 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 3° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 11 Jan. | Cloudy | 3° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 12 Jan. | Sunny | 4° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /2° | 2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 14 Jan. | Overcast | 7° /2° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 15 Jan. | Light freezing rain | 5° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 16 Jan. | Heavy snow | 5° /1° | 3.2 mm | 1.1 cm | |
| 17 Jan. | Sunny | 4° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 18 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 3° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 19 Jan. | Cloudy | 5° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 20 Jan. | Light rain shower | 6° /3° | 8.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 21 Jan. | Light rain shower | 9° /4° | 13.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 22 Jan. | Light rain shower | 7° /3° | 1.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 23 Jan. | Moderate rain | 8° /1° | 13.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 24 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /2° | 6.2 mm | 2.6 cm | |
| 25 Jan. | Light drizzle | 7° /1° | 4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 26 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /1° | 3.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 27 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 6° /3° | 9 mm | 1.6 cm | |
| 28 Jan. | Light rain | 7° /2° | 7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 29 Jan. | Light rain shower | 6° /1° | 10.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 30 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 6° /0° | 2.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 31 Jan. | Light rain | 7° /3° | 4 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Dumfries and Galloway 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 Dumfries and Galloway forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Dumfries and Galloway in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Dumfries and Galloway 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 Dumfries and Galloway during January?
Significant rainfall exceeding 143.6 mm is expected in Dumfries and Galloway during January, occurring over more than 12 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Dumfries and Galloway in January 2026?
Dumfries and Galloway experiences an average snowfall of 11.2 cm during January, occurring over 3 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Dumfries and Galloway during January?
The average wind speed in Dumfries and Galloway during January is 27 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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