January weather forecast
Carrickfergus, United Kingdom

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Carrickfergus, United Kingdom, is a frosty winter month, with an average temperature varying between 4.3°C (39.7°F) and 7°C (44.6°F).

Temperature

The month of January sees the lowest average temperatures, reaching 7°C (44.6°F) at the peak and 4.3°C (39.7°F) at the low.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 84%.

Rainfall

In Carrickfergus, United Kingdom, during January, the rain falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 23mm (0.91") of precipitation. In Carrickfergus, United Kingdom, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.9 days and collects up to 363mm (14.29") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 1.8 days. Throughout January, 7mm (0.28") of snow is accumulated. In Carrickfergus, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.2 days and aggregates up to 26mm (1.02") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Carrickfergus, the average seawater temperature in January is 8.8°C (47.8°F).
Note: Diving into 8.8°C (47.8°F) when it's under 10°C (50°F) can cause immediate cold shock symptoms, marked by hyperventilation.

Daylight

In Carrickfergus, the average length of the day in January is 7h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:46 am and sunset at 4:06 pm. On the last day of January, in Carrickfergus, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 4:58 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In Carrickfergus, United Kingdom, the average sunshine in January is 3.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Carrickfergus are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Carrickfergus?

January stands out as Carrickfergus's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 7°C (44.6°F) and a low-temperature of 4.3°C (39.7°F).

How cold is January in Carrickfergus?

Carrickfergus in January has an average high-temperature of 7°C (44.6°F) and an average low-temperature of 4.3°C (39.7°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Carrickfergus?

In January, the average relative humidity in Carrickfergus is 84%.

How many days does it rain in January in Carrickfergus?

In Carrickfergus, in January, during 14.9 rainfall days, 23mm (0.91") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Carrickfergus in January?

In Carrickfergus, United Kingdom, in January, snow falls for 1.8 days, with typically accumulated 7mm (0.28") of snow.

What is the sea water temperature in January in Carrickfergus?

In Carrickfergus, the average seawater temperature in January is 8.8°C (47.8°F). Swimming in 8.8°C (47.8°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

What is the average length of the day in January in Carrickfergus?

In January, the average day length in Carrickfergus is 7h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Carrickfergus?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:46 am and sunset at 4:06 pm. On the last day of the month, in Carrickfergus, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 4:58 pm GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Carrickfergus have in January?

In Carrickfergus, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Carrickfergus?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Carrickfergus, United Kingdom.

How high is the UV index in January in Carrickfergus?

In Carrickfergus, United Kingdom, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Carrickfergus, United Kingdom

Average temperature in January - Carrickfergus, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in January: 7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (16.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 4.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (4.1°C).

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Average pressure in January
Carrickfergus, United Kingdom

Average pressure in January - Carrickfergus, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in January: 1010mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1007.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Carrickfergus, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in January - Carrickfergus, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in January: 25.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (25.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (15.7km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Carrickfergus, United Kingdom

Average humidity in January - Carrickfergus, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (81%).

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Average rainfall in January
Carrickfergus, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in January - Carrickfergus, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in January: 23mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (48mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (17mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Carrickfergus, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in January - Carrickfergus, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in January: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (12.6 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Carrickfergus, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in January - Carrickfergus, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in January: 7mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8mm).
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
Carrickfergus, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in January - Carrickfergus, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in January: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Carrickfergus, United Kingdom

Average sea temperature in January - Carrickfergus, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in January: 8.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (14.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (8°C).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Carrickfergus, United Kingdom

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Carrickfergus, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in January: 8h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Carrickfergus, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in January - Carrickfergus, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (14.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are August and October (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Carrickfergus, United Kingdom

Average UV index in January - Carrickfergus, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Carrickfergus, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in January - Carrickfergus, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in January: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 51).

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Average visibility in January
Carrickfergus, United Kingdom

Average visibility in January - Carrickfergus, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in January: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, June and July (9km).

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