Donegal
January
Weather in Donegal for January 2026
Your guide to Donegal weather in January - trends and predictions
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The climate of Donegal in January is quite snowy, averaging 12 snowy days.
According to Donegal snow forecast for January 2026, no snow is expected until the end of the month.Until now, January 2026 in Donegal has been nearly identical to the historical average, with a temperature of 5.7 °C (showing only a slight deviation of -0.5 °C).
Expect cooler weather in the next days in Donegal with the forecast suggesting a temperature of 5.9 °C, lower than the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in Donegal at the beginning of January is 5.1 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 7 °C by the end of January.
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Snow Forecast ❄️
Temperatures
8
Dry days
11
Rainy days
12
Snow days
6°/2°
Temperatures
22 km/h
Avg max wind
85 %
Avg humidity
Donegal Weather January
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Temperatures trend during January in Donegal
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January weather in Donegal day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan. |  Light rain shower | 6° /1° | 7.7 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 2 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 5° /1° | 1.1 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| 3 Jan. |  Light drizzle | 6° /2° | 1.9 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| 4 Jan. | Light rain shower | 5° /0° | 3.6 mm | 0.6 cm | |
| 5 Jan. | Light rain shower | 4° /0° | 1.6 mm | 0.6 cm | |
| 6 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 6° /0° | 1.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 7 Jan. |  Sunny | 4° /-1° | 1.1 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| 8 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 4° /0° | 0.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 9 Jan. | Sunny | 4° /-2° | 2.4 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| 10 Jan. |  Mist | 4° /-1° | 2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 11 Jan. |  Partly cloudy | 7° /2° | 4.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 12 Jan. | Sunny | 7° /0° | 0.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 Jan. | Fog | 8° /4° | 3.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 14 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /2° | 2.7 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 15 Jan. |  Light snow showers | 6° /2° | 0.9 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 16 Jan. | Mist | 5° /0° | 2.2 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| 17 Jan. |  Moderate or heavy snow showers | 6° /1° | 0.8 mm | 0.6 cm | |
| 18 Jan. | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 6° /1° | 0.9 mm | 0.8 cm | |
| 19 Jan. |  Light freezing rain | 6° /1° | 4.2 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 20 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /2° | 1.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 21 Jan. | Light rain shower | 9° /1° | 6.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 22 Jan. | Light rain shower | 8° /3° | 3.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 23 Jan. | Light rain shower | 8° /3° | 11.3 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 24 Jan. | Light rain shower | 7° /2° | 11 mm | 2.5 cm | |
| 25 Jan. | Light rain shower | 7° /1° | 8.3 mm | 1.5 cm | |
| 26 Jan. |  Moderate rain | 6° /0° | 7.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 27 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /4° | 4.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 28 Jan. | Light rain shower | 9° /2° | 1.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 29 Jan. |  Cloudy | 6° /1° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 30 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /4° | 4.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 31 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /4° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Donegal 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 Donegal forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Donegal in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Donegal during January?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 6° and colder nights, dipping below 2°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Donegal during January?
Significant rainfall exceeding 104.9 mm is expected in Donegal during January, occurring over more than 11 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Donegal in January 2026?
Donegal experiences an average snowfall of 10.995 cm during January, occurring over 12 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Donegal during January?
The average wind speed in Donegal during January is 22 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
Donegal snow forecast January 2026
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On average, Donegal sees 12 snowy days during January, with approximately 11 cm of total snowfall.
January rainfall patterns in Donegal
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Typically, Donegal has 11 rainy days in January with a total of 104.9 mm of rainfall.
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