January weather forecast
Glasgow, United Kingdom

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The front building of the University of Glasgow, United Kingdom, with a beautiful flower garden
The front building of the University of Glasgow, United Kingdom, with a beautiful flower garden

Weather in January

In the start of the new year, Glasgow experiences a blend of clouds, rain, and snow. The first month remains slightly colder with the lowest temperature recording of 1.4°C (34.5°F) and a bit of snowfall with 32mm (1.26") accumulating throughout. Citizens can expect a lot of indoor activities due to the prevalence of rough weather. Yet, despite the chill, walks along the River Clyde can be popular as long as residents remember to wrap up warmly. Though the sun might occasionally peek through the overcast conditions and humidity keep the overall ambiance from becoming too bleak.

Temperature

Glasgow, United Kingdom, experiences its lowest average temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 4.9°C (40.8°F) and a minimum of 1.4°C (34.5°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 89%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 20.2 days. Throughout January, 72mm (2.83") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 242.3 rainfall days, and 788mm (31.02") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Glasgow. In Glasgow, during January, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 32mm (1.26") of snow. Throughout the year, in Glasgow, there are 13 snowfall days, and 127mm (5") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Glasgow, the average length of the day in January is 7h and 45min.
On the first day of January in Glasgow, sunrise is at 8:47 am and sunset at 3:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 4:47 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Glasgow is 3.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Glasgow?

January, with its high-temperature average of 4.9°C (40.8°F) and a low-temperature average of 1.4°C (34.5°F), is the coldest month.

How cold is January in Glasgow?

In January, in Glasgow, the average high-temperature is 4.9°C (40.8°F), and the average low-temperature is 1.4°C (34.5°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Glasgow?

In January, the average relative humidity in Glasgow, United Kingdom, is 89%.

How many days does it rain in January in Glasgow?

In January, the rain falls for 20.2 days. Throughout January, 72mm (2.83") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Glasgow?

In Glasgow, United Kingdom, in January, during 3.8 snowfall days, 32mm (1.26") of snow is typically accumulated.

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

In January, the average day length in Glasgow is 7h and 45min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Glasgow?

On the first day of January in Glasgow, sunrise is at 8:47 am and sunset at 3:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 4:47 pm GMT.

How long on average sun shines in January in Glasgow?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.5h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in January in Glasgow?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Glasgow, United Kingdom, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Glasgow, United Kingdom

Average temperature in January - Glasgow, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in January: 4.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (16.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 1.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (10°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (1.4°C).

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Average pressure in January
Glasgow, United Kingdom

Average pressure in January - Glasgow, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in January: 1008.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1006.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Glasgow, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in January - Glasgow, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in January: 18.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (18.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Glasgow, United Kingdom

Average humidity in January - Glasgow, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in January: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (83%).

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Average rainfall in January
Glasgow, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in January - Glasgow, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in January: 72mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (88mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (37mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Glasgow, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in January - Glasgow, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in January: 20.2 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (23 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (17.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Glasgow, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in January - Glasgow, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in January: 32mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (49mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Glasgow, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in January - Glasgow, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Glasgow, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in January: 7h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Glasgow, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in January - Glasgow, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in January: 6.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (9.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Glasgow, United Kingdom

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

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Glasgow, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in January - Glasgow, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in January: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 56).

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Average visibility in January
Glasgow, United Kingdom

Average visibility in January - Glasgow, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in January: 8km

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

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