January weather forecast
Limerick, Ireland

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Weather in January

Cool temperatures are a substantial characteristic of January's weather in Limerick, Ireland, with an average high of 7.5°C (45.5°F) and the chilly low around 2.7°C (36.9°F). The month begins the year with a relatively high percentage of cloud cover and consistent precipitation. As the first month of the winter season, snowfall is documented, making it one of the few months to experience this weather pattern. Generally, January sets a precedent for the following winter months, being relatively cooler than what comes later in the year.

Temperature

January is the coldest month in Limerick, with an average high-temperature of 7.5°C (45.5°F) and an average low-temperature of 2.7°C (36.9°F).

Humidity

In Limerick, the average relative humidity in January is 90%.

Rainfall

In January, in Limerick, the rain falls for 19.8 days. Throughout January, 49mm (1.93") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 228.5 rainfall days, and 603mm (23.74") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 17mm (0.67") of accumulated snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Limerick is 8h and 17min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:45 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:18 am and sunset at 5:17 pm GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Limerick?

January, with its high-temperature average of 7.5°C (45.5°F) and a low-temperature average of 2.7°C (36.9°F), is the coldest month in Limerick, Ireland.

What are the temperatures in Limerick in January?

In Limerick, 7.5°C (45.5°F) is the average high-temperature and 2.7°C (36.9°F) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January in Limerick?

In January, the average relative humidity is 90%.

How many days does it rain in January in Limerick?

In Limerick, Ireland, in January, during 19.8 rainfall days, 49mm (1.93") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Limerick?

The months with the most snowfall in Limerick, Ireland, are January and December, with an average 17mm (0.67") of accumulated snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Limerick?

In January, in Limerick, Ireland, it is snowing for 1.3 days. Throughout January, 17mm (0.67") of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Limerick have in January?

In Limerick, the average day length in January is 8h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Limerick?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:45 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, in Limerick, sunrise is at 8:18 am and sunset at 5:17 pm GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Limerick have in January?

In Limerick, Ireland, the average sunshine duration in January is 4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Limerick?

The months with the lowest UV index in Limerick, Ireland, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in January in Limerick?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Limerick, Ireland

Average temperature in January - Limerick, Ireland
  • Average high temperature in January: 7.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (18.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 2.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (10.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2.2°C).

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Average pressure in January
Limerick, Ireland

Average pressure in January - Limerick, Ireland
  • Average pressure in January: 1011.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Limerick, Ireland

Average wind speed in January - Limerick, Ireland
  • Average wind speed in January: 18km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.7km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Limerick, Ireland

Average humidity in January - Limerick, Ireland
  • Average humidity in January: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (85%).

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Average rainfall in January
Limerick, Ireland

Average rainfall in January - Limerick, Ireland
  • Average rainfall in January: 49mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (62mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (39mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Limerick, Ireland

Average rainfall days in January - Limerick, Ireland
  • Average rainfall days in January: 19.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (16.4 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Limerick, Ireland

Average snowfall in January - Limerick, Ireland
  • Average snowfall in January: 17mm

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (17mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Limerick, Ireland

Average snowfall days in January - Limerick, Ireland
  • Average snowfall days in January: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Limerick, Ireland

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Limerick, Ireland
  • Average daylight in January: 8h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Limerick, Ireland

Average sunshine days in January - Limerick, Ireland
  • Average sunshine days in January: 9.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (10.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.9 days).

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Average UV index in January
Limerick, Ireland

Average UV index in January - Limerick, Ireland
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May and June (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Limerick, Ireland

Average cloud cover in January - Limerick, Ireland
  • Average cloud cover in January: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 57).

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Average visibility in January
Limerick, Ireland

Average visibility in January - Limerick, Ireland
  • Average visibility in January: 8km

The month with the highest visibility is February (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (8km).

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