Sligo
January
Weather in Sligo for January 2026
Your guide to Sligo weather in January - trends and predictions
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The climate of Sligo in January is quite snowy, averaging 11 snowy days.
According to Sligo snow forecast for January 2026, no snow is expected until the end of the month.Until now, January 2026 in Sligo has been nearly identical to the historical average, with a temperature of 6.2 °C (showing only a slight deviation of -0.2 °C).
Expect cooler weather in the next days in Sligo with the forecast suggesting a temperature of 6.6 °C, lower than the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in Sligo at the beginning of January is 4.9 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to noticeably warm up, reaching an average of 7.7 °C by the end of January.
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Temperatures
8
Dry days
12
Rainy days
11
Snow days
6°/2°
Temperatures
27 km/h
Avg max wind
84 %
Avg humidity
Sligo Weather January
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Temperatures trend during January in Sligo
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January weather in Sligo day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| 1 Jan. |  Light sleet showers | 7° /2° | 3.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 2 Jan. |  Patchy rain possible | 5° /1° | 1.1 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 3 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 5° /1° | 2 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| 4 Jan. |  Overcast | 3° /0° | 3.5 mm | 0.8 cm | |
| 5 Jan. |  Light snow showers | 4° /0° | 1.9 mm | 1.4 cm | |
| 6 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 5° /0° | 1.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 7 Jan. |  Moderate or heavy snow showers | 5° /1° | 2.8 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| 8 Jan. |  Sunny | 3° /0° | 1.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 9 Jan. | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 4° /0° | 4.2 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| 10 Jan. |  Moderate snow | 4° /-1° | 3.1 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 11 Jan. |  Fog | 8° /4° | 5.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 12 Jan. | Overcast | 8° /3° | 1.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 Jan. |  Light drizzle | 8° /5° | 3.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 14 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /3° | 1.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 15 Jan. | Light snow showers | 6° /2° | 0.5 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 16 Jan. | Light rain shower | 6° /1° | 0.8 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 17 Jan. | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 6° /2° | 1.5 mm | 0.9 cm | |
| 18 Jan. | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 6° /2° | 1.4 mm | 1 cm | |
| 19 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 6° /1° | 4.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 20 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 9° /3° | 1.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 21 Jan. | Light rain shower | 9° /2° | 5.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 22 Jan. | Light rain shower | 7° /3° | 2.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 23 Jan. | Light rain | 8° /2° | 10.3 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| 24 Jan. | Light drizzle | 8° /2° | 6.1 mm | 1 cm | |
| 25 Jan. | Light rain shower | 8° /2° | 8.6 mm | 0.6 cm | |
| 26 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /1° | 6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 27 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /4° | 6.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 28 Jan. | Light rain | 9° /3° | 1.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 29 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /2° | 0.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 30 Jan. |  Moderate rain | 8° /5° | 5.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 31 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /3° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Sligo 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 Sligo forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Sligo in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Sligo during January?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 6° and colder nights, dipping below 2°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Sligo during January?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Sligo during January, with a total of 77.4 mm spread over approximately 12 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.
Will it snow in Sligo in January 2026?
Sligo experiences an average snowfall of 9.29 cm during January, occurring over 11 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Sligo during January?
The average wind speed in Sligo during January is 27 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
Sligo snow forecast January 2026
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On average, Sligo sees 11 snowy days during January, with approximately 9.3 cm of total snowfall.
January rainfall patterns in Sligo
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Typically, Sligo has 12 rainy days in January with a total of 77.4 mm of rainfall.
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