Lerwick
January
Weather in Lerwick for January 2026
Your guide to Lerwick weather in January - trends and predictions
With an average of 4 snowy days, Lerwick usually enjoys a light touch of snow in January.
In general, the average temperature in Lerwick at the beginning of January is 2.7 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to noticeably warm up, reaching an average of 5.7 °C by the end of January.
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5
Dry days
22
Rainy days
4
Snow days
6°/4°
Temperatures
41 km/h
Avg max wind
78 %
Avg humidity
Lerwick in January average weather
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| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
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| 1  2° | 2 3° | 3  1° | 4 2° | |||
| 5  3° | 6 4° | 7  4° | 8 4° | 9 5° | 10  4° | 11  4° |
| 12 8° | 13  9° | 14  9° | 15 10° | 16 9° | 17 10° | 18 10° |
| 19 7° | 20 8° | 21  8° | 22 6° | 23 6° | 24 6° | 25 6° |
| 26 6° | 27 6° | 28 6° | 29 6° | 30 5° | 31 5° |
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Temperatures trend during January in Lerwick
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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. | Blizzard | 2° /2° | 3.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 2 Jan. | Blizzard | 3° /0° | 6.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 3 Jan. | Light snow showers | 1° /-1° | 2.5 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 4 Jan. | Light snow showers | 2° /0° | 4.9 mm | 3.1 cm | |
| 5 Jan. | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 3° /1° | 1.1 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| 6 Jan. | Blizzard | 4° /1° | 5.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 7 Jan. | Light sleet showers | 4° /3° | 6.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 8 Jan. | Blizzard | 4° /1° | 3.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 9 Jan. | Light sleet showers | 5° /4° | 4.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 10 Jan. | Sunny | 4° /2° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 11 Jan. | Overcast | 4° /2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 12 Jan. | Overcast | 8° /5° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 Jan. | Light rain shower | 9° /8° | 2.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 14 Jan. | Light drizzle | 9° /8° | 2.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 15 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 10° /9° | 0.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 16 Jan. | Light drizzle | 9° /8° | 1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 17 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 10° /8° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 18 Jan. | Overcast | 10° /7° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 19 Jan. | Overcast | 7° /6° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 20 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /5° | 0.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 21 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain with thunder | 8° /4° | 4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 22 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 6° /5° | 0.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 23 Jan. | Light rain shower | 6° /5° | 2.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 24 Jan. | Light sleet showers | 6° /3° | 10.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 25 Jan. | Light sleet showers | 6° /4° | 6.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 26 Jan. | Light sleet showers | 6° /4° | 2.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 27 Jan. | Light sleet showers | 6° /4° | 6.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 28 Jan. | Light rain shower | 6° /5° | 7.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 29 Jan. | Light rain shower | 6° /5° | 3.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 30 Jan. | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 5° /3° | 3.4 mm | 0.6 cm | |
| 31 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 5° /4° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Lerwick 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 Lerwick forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Lerwick in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Lerwick during January?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 6° and colder nights, dipping below 4°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Lerwick during January?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Lerwick during January, with a total of 93.7 mm spread over approximately 22 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.
Will it snow in Lerwick in January 2026?
Lerwick experiences an average snowfall of 4.1 cm during January, occurring over 4 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Lerwick during January?
The average wind speed in Lerwick during January is 41 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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