Scotland (Edinburgh)
January
Weather in Scotland for January 2025
Your guide to Scotland weather in January - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in Scotland 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.
Scotland sees moderate rainfall in January, averaging 6 rainy days.
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25
Dry days
6
Rainy days
0
Snow days
8°/1°
Temperatures
26 km/h
Avg max wind
82 %
Avg humidity
Scotland in January average weather
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| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  5° | 2  4° | 3  8° | 4 8° | 5 7° | ||
| 6  6° | 7 6° | 8  5° | 9 5° | 10 7° | 11 5° | 12 6° |
| 13 6° | 14 4° | 15 2° | 16 2° | 17 1° | 18 2° | 19 4° |
| 20 5° | 21 6° | 22 7° | 23 10° | 24 9° | 25 9° | 26  9° |
| 27 7° | 28 8° | 29 7° | 30 7° | 31 8° |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan. | Moderate rain at times | 5° /1° | 3.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 2 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 4° /1° | 4.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 3 Jan. | Heavy rain at times | 8° /2° | 3.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 4 Jan. | Moderate rain at times | 8° /5° | 3.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 5 Jan. | Heavy rain at times | 7° /3° | 3.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 6 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 6° /3° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 7 Jan. | Moderate rain at times | 6° /3° | 2.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 8 Jan. | Overcast | 5° /2° | 0.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 9 Jan. | Overcast | 5° /2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 10 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 7° /3° | 6.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 11 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 5° /2° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 12 Jan. | Heavy rain at times | 6° /2° | 4.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 6° /2° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 14 Jan. | Heavy rain at times | 4° /1° | 4.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 15 Jan. | Overcast | 2° /-1° | 0.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 16 Jan. | Overcast | 2° /-2° | 0.8 mm | 0.7 cm | |
| 17 Jan. | Overcast | 1° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 18 Jan. | Overcast | 2° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 19 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 4° /-2° | 1.3 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| 20 Jan. | Overcast | 5° /0° | 1.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 21 Jan. | Overcast | 6° /2° | 11.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 22 Jan. | Overcast | 7° /2° | 1.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 23 Jan. | Overcast | 10° /4° | 6.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 24 Jan. | Overcast | 9° /4° | 0.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 25 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 9° /3° | 2.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 26 Jan. | Sunny | 9° /2° | 1.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 27 Jan. | Overcast | 7° /2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 28 Jan. | Overcast | 8° /3° | 0.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 29 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /3° | 1.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 30 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 7° /2° | 0.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 31 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /3° | 4.6 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?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 8° and colder nights, dipping below 1°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Scotland during January?
Significant rainfall exceeding 144.4 mm is expected in Scotland during January, occurring over more than 6 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Is snowfall common in Scotland during January?
Scotland 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 Scotland during January?
The average wind speed in Scotland during January is 26 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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