Kirkwall
January
Weather in Kirkwall for January 2027
Your guide to Kirkwall weather in January - trends and predictions
Snowfall in Kirkwall during January is quite rare, with fewer than 2 snowy days on average.
In general, the average temperature in Kirkwall 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.
Kirkwall experiences heavy rainfall in January, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 104.2 mm.
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Kirkwall Weather January
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Temperatures trend during January in Kirkwall
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January weather in Kirkwall 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 Kirkwall 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 Kirkwall forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Kirkwall in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Kirkwall during January?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 6° and colder nights, dipping below 4°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Kirkwall during January?
Significant rainfall exceeding 104.2 mm is expected in Kirkwall during January, occurring over more than 23 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Kirkwall in January 2027?
Kirkwall typically sees 1.19 cm of snowfall during January.
What are the typical wind conditions in Kirkwall during January?
The average wind speed in Kirkwall during January is 47 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
Kirkwall snow forecast January 2027
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On average, Kirkwall sees 1 snowy days during January, with approximately 1.2 cm of total snowfall.
January rainfall patterns in Kirkwall
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Typically, Kirkwall has 23 rainy days in January with a total of 104.2 mm of rainfall.
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