Scotland (Edinburgh)
January
Weather in Scotland for January 2026
Your guide to Scotland weather in January - trends and predictions
With an average of 5 snowy days, Scotland usually enjoys a light touch of snow in January.
In general, the average temperature in Scotland 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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6
Dry days
20
Rainy days
5
Snow days
5°/1°
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24 km/h
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83 %
Avg humidity
Scotland Weather January
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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  5° | 31 6° |
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Temperatures trend during January in Scotland
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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. | Overcast | 7° /2° | 1.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 30 Jan. | Cloudy | 5° /1° | 0.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 31 Jan. | Overcast | 6° /2° | 2.2 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Scotland 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 Scotland forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Scotland in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Scotland 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 Scotland during January?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Scotland 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 Scotland in January 2026?
Scotland experiences an average snowfall of 2.2025 cm during January, occurring over 5 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Scotland during January?
The average wind speed in Scotland during January is 24 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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