Northern Ireland (Belfast)
January
Weather in Northern Ireland for January 2027
Your guide to Northern Ireland weather in January - trends and predictions
With an average of 3 snowy days, Northern Ireland usually enjoys a light touch of snow in January.
In general, the average temperature in Northern Ireland at the beginning of January is 5.5 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 7.1 °C by the end of January.
The climate of Northern Ireland in January is notably wet, with an average of 13 rainy days, and a total of 79.2 mm of precipitation.
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Northern Ireland Weather January
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What’s the Weather Like in Northern Ireland This January?
Discover the average temperatures and weather trends across Northern Ireland’s cities this January.
Temperatures trend during January in Northern Ireland
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January weather in Northern Ireland day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan. |  Light rain | 7° /2° | 3.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 2 Jan. |  Patchy rain possible | 5° /1° | 0.9 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 3 Jan. | Light rain | 6° /2° | 4.8 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 4 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 6° /2° | 1.4 mm | 0.7 cm | |
| 5 Jan. |  Heavy rain at times | 5° /1° | 5.9 mm | 1.7 cm | |
| 6 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 5° /1° | 1.9 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| 7 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 5° /1° | 1.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 8 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 4° /1° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 9 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 4° /1° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 10 Jan. | Light rain | 6° /0° | 4.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 11 Jan. | Light rain | 7° /2° | 4.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 12 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /2° | 1.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 Jan. | Light drizzle | 8° /3° | 1.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 14 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /3° | 1.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 15 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 5° /2° | 1.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 16 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 5° /0° | 2.1 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 17 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 5° /1° | 1.4 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 18 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 6° /1° | 0.6 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 19 Jan. |  Cloudy | 5° /1° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 20 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /2° | 1.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 21 Jan. | Light rain | 8° /2° | 3.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 22 Jan. | Light rain | 8° /4° | 3.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 23 Jan. | Light rain | 8° /4° | 3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 24 Jan. | Light rain | 9° /4° | 5.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 25 Jan. | Light rain | 7° /4° | 3.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 26 Jan. | Light rain | 7° /2° | 5.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 27 Jan. | Light rain | 6° /3° | 6.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 28 Jan. |  Overcast | 8° /3° | 0.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 29 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /3° | 1.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 30 Jan. | Light rain | 7° /2° | 2.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 31 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /3° | 1.4 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Northern Ireland 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 Northern Ireland forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Northern Ireland in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Northern Ireland during January?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 6° and colder nights, dipping below 2°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Northern Ireland during January?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Northern Ireland during January, with a total of 79.2 mm spread over approximately 13 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.
Will it snow in Northern Ireland in January 2027?
Northern Ireland experiences an average snowfall of 3.5 cm during January, occurring over 3 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Northern Ireland during January?
The average wind speed in Northern Ireland during January is 28 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
Northern Ireland snow forecast January 2027
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On average, Northern Ireland sees 3 snowy days during January, with approximately 3.5 cm of total snowfall.
January rainfall patterns in Northern Ireland
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Typically, Northern Ireland has 13 rainy days in January with a total of 79.2 mm of rainfall.
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