Scotland (Edinburgh)
January
Weather in Scotland for January 2026
Your guide to Scotland weather in January - trends and predictions
Scotland typically experiences moderate snowfall in January, with an average of 10 snowy days.
According to Scotland snow forecast for January 2026, no snow is expected at the beginning of the month.Expect cooler weather in the next days in Scotland with the forecast suggesting a temperature of 6.7 °C, lower than the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in Scotland at the beginning of January is 8 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 6.4 °C by the end of January.
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6
Dry days
15
Rainy days
10
Snow days
5°/1°
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23 km/h
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83 %
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Scotland Weather January
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What’s the Weather Like in Scotland This January?
Discover the average temperatures and weather trends across Scotland’s cities this January.
Temperatures trend during January in Scotland
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January weather in Scotland day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| 1 Jan. |  Overcast | 6° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 2 Jan. |  Patchy rain possible | 9° /4° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 3 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /5° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 4 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 6° /3° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 5 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 10° /2° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 6 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 9° /7° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 7 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 9° /7° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 8 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 9° /6° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 9 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 10° /6° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 10 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 6° /0° | 2.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 11 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 6° /1° | 1.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 12 Jan. |  Sunny | 5° /1° | 1.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 Jan. |  Patchy moderate snow | 6° /2° | 1.5 mm | 0.7 cm | |
| 14 Jan. |  Heavy rain at times | 6° /2° | 5.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 15 Jan. | Overcast | 5° /1° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 16 Jan. | Overcast | 6° /0° | 2 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| 17 Jan. | Overcast | 5° /0° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 18 Jan. | Overcast | 5° /0° | 0.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 19 Jan. |  Partly cloudy | 5° /0° | 2.5 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 20 Jan. |  Light freezing rain | 5° /0° | 3.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 21 Jan. |  Moderate rain at times | 6° /1° | 5.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 22 Jan. | Overcast | 7° /2° | 0.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 23 Jan. | Overcast | 7° /1° | 2.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 24 Jan. | Overcast | 8° /2° | 3.1 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| 25 Jan. | Overcast | 7° /1° | 1 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 26 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /1° | 3 mm | 0.8 cm | |
| 27 Jan. | Overcast | 6° /2° | 2.9 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| 28 Jan. | Overcast | 7° /2° | 2.5 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 29 Jan. | Overcast | 7° /2° | 1.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 30 Jan. |  Cloudy | 5° /1° | 0.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 31 Jan. | Overcast | 6° /2° | 2.2 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Scotland 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 Scotland forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Scotland in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Scotland during January?
During January, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 5° and lows near 1°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.
How much rainfall should be expected in Scotland during January?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Scotland during January, with a total of 67.3 mm spread over approximately 15 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.
Will it snow in Scotland in January 2026?
Scotland experiences an average snowfall of 6.42 cm during January, occurring over 10 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Scotland during January?
The average wind speed in Scotland during January is 23 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
Scotland snow forecast January 2026
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On average, Scotland sees 10 snowy days during January, with approximately 6.4 cm of total snowfall.
January rainfall patterns in Scotland
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Typically, Scotland has 15 rainy days in January with a total of 67.3 mm of rainfall.
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