Orkney Islands (Kirkwall)
January
Weather in Orkney Islands for January 2027
Your guide to Orkney Islands weather in January - trends and predictions
Snowfall in Orkney Islands during January is quite rare, with fewer than 2 snowy days on average.
In general, the average temperature in Orkney Islands at the beginning of January is 4.9 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 6.1 °C by the end of January.
Orkney Islands experiences heavy rainfall in January, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 104.2 mm.
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23
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74 %
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Orkney Islands Weather January
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Temperatures trend during January in Orkney Islands
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January weather in Orkney Islands day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| 1 Jan. |  Patchy rain possible | 5° /3° | 5.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 2 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 5° /2° | 6.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 3 Jan. |  Overcast | 4° /1° | 5.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 4 Jan. |  Moderate or heavy rain shower | 5° /1° | 6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 5 Jan. | Moderate rain at times | 5° /2° | 7.9 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 6 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 5° /1° | 6.1 mm | 1 cm | |
| 7 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 5° /2° | 4.2 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 8 Jan. | Overcast | 5° /2° | 1.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 9 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 6° /3° | 4.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 10 Jan. |  Cloudy | 5° /4° | 0.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 11 Jan. | Cloudy | 6° /3° | 8.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 12 Jan. | Overcast | 9° /4° | 3.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 9° /5° | 4.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 14 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /7° | 1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 15 Jan. |  Heavy rain at times | 8° /7° | 2.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 16 Jan. | Overcast | 8° /7° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 17 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 9° /7° | 2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 18 Jan. |  Sunny | 9° /6° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 19 Jan. |  Partly cloudy | 7° /5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 20 Jan. | Overcast | 8° /5° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 21 Jan. | Overcast | 8° /5° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 22 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 6° /4° | 0.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 23 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 5° /3° | 2.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 24 Jan. | Heavy rain at times | 6° /4° | 6.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 25 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 6° /4° | 3.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 26 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 6° /4° | 2.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 27 Jan. | Heavy rain at times | 6° /5° | 8.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 28 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /5° | 2.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 29 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 7° /5° | 2.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 30 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 5° /3° | 2.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 31 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 6° /4° | 1.5 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Orkney Islands 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 Orkney Islands forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Orkney Islands in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Orkney Islands during January?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 6° and colder nights, dipping below 4°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Orkney Islands during January?
Significant rainfall exceeding 104.2 mm is expected in Orkney Islands during January, occurring over more than 23 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Orkney Islands in January 2027?
Orkney Islands typically sees 1.2 cm of snowfall during January.
What are the typical wind conditions in Orkney Islands during January?
The average wind speed in Orkney Islands during January is 47 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
Orkney Islands snow forecast January 2027
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On average, Orkney Islands sees 1 snowy days during January, with approximately 1.2 cm of total snowfall.
January rainfall patterns in Orkney Islands
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Typically, Orkney Islands has 23 rainy days in January with a total of 104.2 mm of rainfall.
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