Highland (Inverness)
January
Weather in Highland for January 2026
Your guide to Highland weather in January - trends and predictions
Snowfall in Highland during January is quite rare, with fewer than 2 snowy days on average.
According to Highland snow forecast for January 2026, 1 snowy day is expected at the beginning of January at Sunday, 4 January.Expect cooler weather in the next days in Highland with the forecast suggesting a temperature of 5.7 °C, lower than the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in Highland at the beginning of January is 6.7 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to slightly decrease, reaching an average of 6.6 °C by the end of January.
Highland experiences moderate rainfall in January, with an average of 10 rainy days and a total precipitation of 149.5 mm.
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Highland Weather January
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Temperatures trend during January in Highland
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January weather in Highland day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| 1 Jan. |  Patchy rain possible | 7° /0° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 2 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /6° | 0.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 3 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 6° /4° | 2.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 4 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 5° /1° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 5 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /2° | 1.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 6 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 6° /6° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 7 Jan. |  Overcast | 7° /5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 8 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 6° /4° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 9 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 9° /3° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 10 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 1° /-4° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 11 Jan. | Overcast | 1° /-4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 12 Jan. |  Cloudy | 3° /-2° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 6° /2° | 0.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 14 Jan. |  Moderate or heavy snow showers | 5° /2° | 1 mm | 0.8 cm | |
| 15 Jan. | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 5° /2° | 0.7 mm | 0.6 cm | |
| 16 Jan. |  Heavy snow | 3° /-1° | 3.8 mm | 3.2 cm | |
| 17 Jan. | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 4° /-1° | 0.4 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| 18 Jan. | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 4° /-1° | 1.2 mm | 0.9 cm | |
| 19 Jan. |  Patchy moderate snow | 5° /-1° | 1.4 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 20 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /1° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 21 Jan. |  Light rain | 8° /1° | 4.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 22 Jan. | Light rain shower | 7° /2° | 2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 23 Jan. |  Moderate rain | 6° /0° | 7.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 24 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /1° | 5.1 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 25 Jan. | Light rain | 5° /0° | 4.7 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 26 Jan. | Light snow showers | 6° /0° | 3.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 27 Jan. | Light drizzle | 6° /4° | 5.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 28 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 11° /4° | 0.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 29 Jan. |  Partly cloudy | 6° /1° | 1.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 30 Jan. | Cloudy | 5° /0° | 0.6 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 31 Jan. | Light snow showers | 7° /1° | 10.3 mm | 0.1 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Highland 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 Highland forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Highland in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Highland during January?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 6° and colder nights, dipping below -2°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Highland during January?
Significant rainfall exceeding 149.5 mm is expected in Highland during January, occurring over more than 10 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Highland in January 2026?
Highland typically sees 22.2 cm of snowfall during January.
What are the typical wind conditions in Highland during January?
The average wind speed in Highland during January is 24 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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Typically, Highland has 10 rainy days in January with a total of 149.5 mm of rainfall.
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