January
Weather in January
The opening month of the year in Ben Nevis, United Kingdom showcases a chill in the air. This subtle harshness of the winter season is typical, with low temperatures descending to -6.3°C (20.7°F), an attribute of January that also sets the chilled baseline for the months to come. The month also brings with it a fair amount of daylight hours, lending a softer veil to the otherwise harsh weather. Periodic snowfall hints at the wintry storyline just beginning while a moderate level of rainfall prolongs the wintry imagery.
On the first day of January in Ben Nevis, sunrise is at 8:56 am and sunset at 3:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 4:46 pm GMT.
Temperature
The advent of January brings an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold -2.5°C (27.5°F), almost identical to the preceding month. Ben Nevis encounters a negligible difference from daytime peaks throughout the January nights, with a low-temperature average of -6.3°C (20.7°F).Rainfall
In Ben Nevis, United Kingdom, in January, 465mm (18.31") of precipitation is typically accumulated. During the entire year, Ben Nevis aggregates up to 4081mm (160.67") of precipitation.Daylight
In Ben Nevis, the average length of the day in January is 7h and 35min.On the first day of January in Ben Nevis, sunrise is at 8:56 am and sunset at 3:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 4:46 pm GMT.
Updated: Feb 8, 2024
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Frequently asked questions
How cold is it in Ben Nevis in January?
The average high-temperature, in January, in Ben Nevis, is -2.5°C (27.5°F), while the average low-temperature is -6.3°C (20.7°F).
How much does it rain in Ben Nevis in January?
In Ben Nevis, in January, 465mm (18.31") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Ben Nevis have in January?
In January, the average day length is 7h and 35min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Ben Nevis?
In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:56 am and sunset at 3:50 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ben Nevis, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 4:46 pm GMT.
Average temperature in January
Ben Nevis, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in January: -2.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (7.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-2.8°C).
- Average low temperature in January: -6.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (3.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-6.4°C).
Average rainfall in January
Ben Nevis, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in January: 465mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (484mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (191mm).
Average daylight in January
Ben Nevis, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in January: 7h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 54min).
