Galway
January
Weather in Galway for January 2026
Your guide to Galway weather in January - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in Galway at the beginning of January is 7.6 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 8.9 °C by the end of January.
Galway in January brings notable rainfall, with an average of 18 rainy days and a total precipitation of 283.4 mm.
Temperatures
Rain 🌧️
13
Dry days
18
Rainy days
0
Snow days
10°/1°
Temperatures
30 km/h
Avg max wind
82 %
Avg humidity
Galway Weather January
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| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  9° | 2  7° | 3  9° | 4 8° | |||
| 5 7° | 6 7° | 7 6° | 8  5° | 9 6° | 10 7° | 11 8° |
| 12 8° | 13 9° | 14  9° | 15 7° | 16  6° | 17  6° | 18 7° |
| 19 7° | 20 9° | 21 10° | 22 9° | 23 10° | 24 11° | 25 9° |
| 26 8° | 27 9° | 28 10° | 29 8° | 30 9° | 31 9° |
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Temperatures trend during January in Galway
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January weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan. | Heavy rain at times | 9° /3° | 6.4 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 2 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 7° /3° | 2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 3 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 9° /5° | 6.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 4 Jan. | Heavy rain at times | 8° /5° | 6.2 mm | 0.7 cm | |
| 5 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 7° /3° | 7.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 6 Jan. | Heavy rain at times | 7° /3° | 2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 7 Jan. | Moderate rain at times | 6° /2° | 0.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 8 Jan. | Sunny | 5° /1° | 0.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 9 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 6° /1° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 10 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 7° /1° | 14.4 mm | 1.4 cm | |
| 11 Jan. | Heavy rain at times | 8° /3° | 5.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 12 Jan. | Moderate rain at times | 8° /3° | 2.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 9° /5° | 5.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 14 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 9° /4° | 0.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 15 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /3° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 16 Jan. | Cloudy | 6° /2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 17 Jan. | Overcast | 6° /2° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 18 Jan. | Cloudy | 7° /3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 19 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /3° | 0.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 20 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 9° /4° | 2.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 21 Jan. | Overcast | 10° /5° | 5.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 22 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 9° /6° | 1.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 23 Jan. | Cloudy | 10° /4° | 8.7 mm | 1 cm | |
| 24 Jan. | Overcast | 11° /5° | 1.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 25 Jan. | Light rain shower | 9° /4° | 3.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 26 Jan. | Overcast | 8° /3° | 2.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 27 Jan. | Overcast | 9° /4° | 1.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 28 Jan. | Cloudy | 10° /4° | 2.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 29 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /3° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 30 Jan. | Overcast | 9° /4° | 1.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 31 Jan. | Overcast | 9° /5° | 2.2 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Galway 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 Galway forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Galway in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Galway during January?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 10° and colder nights, dipping below 1°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Galway during January?
Significant rainfall exceeding 283.4 mm is expected in Galway during January, occurring over more than 18 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Galway in January 2026?
Galway typically sees 10 cm of snowfall during January.
What are the typical wind conditions in Galway during January?
The average wind speed in Galway during January is 30 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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