County Galway (Galway)
January
Weather in County Galway for January 2026
Your guide to County Galway weather in January - trends and predictions
With an average of 4 snowy days, County Galway usually enjoys a light touch of snow in January.
According to County Galway snow forecast for January 2026, 2 snowy days are expected in the next 2 weeks. The closest date with snow is Friday, 2 January.The forecast for the next days in County Galway predicts temperatures to be around 9 °C, close to the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in County Galway at the beginning of January is 7.7 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 8.9 °C by the end of January.
Snow Forecast ❄️
Temperatures
10
Dry days
17
Rainy days
4
Snow days
8°/4°
Temperatures
30 km/h
Avg max wind
82 %
Avg humidity
County Galway Weather January
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Temperatures trend during January in County Galway
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January weather in County Galway day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan. |  Patchy rain possible | 7° /3° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 2 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /1° | 0.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 3 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 4° /1° | 0.3 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 4 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /2° | 1.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 5 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /5° | 0.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 6 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 10° /6° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 7 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 11° /6° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 8 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 11° /6° | 3.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 9 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 11° /10° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 10 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 10° /9° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 11 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 10° /10° | 2.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 12 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 12° /10° | 2.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 10° /5° | 1 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 County 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 County Galway forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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County Galway in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in County Galway during January?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 8° and colder nights, dipping below 4°.
How much rainfall should be expected in County Galway during January?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in County Galway during January, with a total of 94.5 mm spread over approximately 17 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.
Will it snow in County Galway in January 2026?
County Galway experiences an average snowfall of 3.35 cm during January, occurring over 4 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in County Galway during January?
The average wind speed in County Galway during January is 30 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
County Galway snow forecast January 2026
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On average, County Galway sees 4 snowy days during January, with approximately 3.4 cm of total snowfall.
January rainfall patterns in County Galway
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Typically, County Galway has 17 rainy days in January with a total of 94.5 mm of rainfall.
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