January weather forecast
Oban, United Kingdom

January

Weather in January

January, like December, in Oban, United Kingdom, is an icy winter month, with an average temperature varying between 2.7°C (36.9°F) and 5.7°C (42.3°F).

Temperature

Oban's lowest average temperatures are recorded in January and February, reaching a high of 5.7°C (42.3°F).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Oban is 85%.

Rainfall

In January, in Oban, United Kingdom, the rain falls for 22.8 days. Throughout January, 133mm (5.24") of precipitation is accumulated. In Oban, during the entire year, the rain falls for 251.8 days and collects up to 1222mm (48.11") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 2.8 days and typically aggregates up to 46mm (1.81") of snow.

Sea temperature

In January, the average sea temperature in Oban is 8.2°C (46.8°F).
Note: Without suitable protection, venturing into 8.2°C (46.8°F) waters cooler than 10°C (50°F) can lead to pronounced cold shock and rapid breaths.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 7h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:55 am and sunset at 3:54 pm. On the last day of January, in Oban, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 4:49 pm GMT.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Oban, with an average of 3.2h of sunshine.

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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January translates into these guidelines:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Oban?
Oban's temperatures tend to hit their minimum during January and February, with an average high-temperature of 5.7°C (42.3°F).
Is it cold in Oban during January?
During January, Oban experiences an average high-temperature of 5.7°C (42.3°F) and a low-temperature of 2.7°C (36.9°F).
What is the average humidity in January in Oban?
In January, the average relative humidity is 85%.
How much does it rain in Oban in January?
In Oban, United Kingdom, in January, it is raining for 22.8 days, with typically 133mm (5.24") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the snowiest month in Oban?
The month with the most snowfall in Oban, United Kingdom, is January, when snow falls for 2.8 days and typically aggregates up to 46mm (1.81") of snow.
How much does it snow in Oban in January?
In Oban, in January, during 2.8 snowfall days, 46mm (1.81") of snow is typically accumulated.
What is the sea water temperature in January in Oban?
In January, the average sea temperature in Oban, United Kingdom, is 8.2°C (46.8°F). Swimming in 8.2°C (46.8°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 Oban?
In January, the average day length in Oban, United Kingdom, is 7h and 39min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Oban?
In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:55 am and sunset at 3:54 pm. On the last day of the month, in Oban, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 4:49 pm GMT.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Oban?
The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.2h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Oban have in January?
In January, the average sunshine duration in Oban is 3.2h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Oban?
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index intensity in January in Oban?
The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January - Oban, United Kingdom
Average temperature in January
Oban, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in January: 5.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (15.4°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (5.7°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 January (2.7°C).

Average pressure in January - Oban, United Kingdom
Average pressure in January
Oban, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in January: 1007.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1006.1mbar).

Average wind speed in January - Oban, United Kingdom
Average wind speed in January
Oban, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in January: 22.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (22.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (12.2km/h).

Average humidity in January - Oban, United Kingdom
Average humidity in January
Oban, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August and September (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (80%).

Average rainfall in January - Oban, United Kingdom
Average rainfall in January
Oban, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in January: 133mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (144mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (51mm).

Average rainfall days in January - Oban, United Kingdom
Average rainfall days in January
Oban, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in January: 22.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (23.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (18.1 days).

Average snowfall in January - Oban, United Kingdom
Average snowfall in January
Oban, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in January: 46mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (46mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January - Oban, United Kingdom
Average snowfall days in January
Oban, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in January: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January - Oban, United Kingdom
Average sea temperature in January
Oban, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in January: 8.2°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (13.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (7.4°C).

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Oban, United Kingdom
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Oban, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in January: 7h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January - Oban, United Kingdom
Average sunshine days in January
Oban, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in January: 5.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (10.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.3 days).

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

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

Average cloud cover in January - Oban, United Kingdom
Average cloud cover in January
Oban, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in January: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 55).

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

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

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