January weather forecast
Peterhead, United Kingdom

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Peterhead, United Kingdom, is a frosty winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 6.4°C (43.5°F) and an average low of 4.1°C (39.4°F).

Temperature

In Peterhead, United Kingdom, the month of January is known for its lowest average temperatures, reaching a high of 6.4°C (43.5°F) and a low of 4.1°C (39.4°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Peterhead is 80%.

Rainfall

In Peterhead, during January, the rain falls for 17.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 40mm (1.57") of precipitation. In Peterhead, during the entire year, the rain falls for 213.1 days and collects up to 509mm (20.04") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Peterhead, during January, snow falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 15mm (0.59") of snow. In Peterhead, during the entire year, snow falls for 14 days and aggregates up to 100mm (3.94") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Peterhead, in January, the average water temperature is 7.4°C (45.3°F).
Note: Without suitable protection, venturing into 7.4°C (45.3°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 in Peterhead, United Kingdom, is 7h and 26min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:48 am and sunset at 3:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 4:29 pm GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Peterhead is 4.1h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during January morphs into the following directions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Peterhead?

Temperature readings in Peterhead reach their annual highs in January, averaging 6.4°C (43.5°F) and a minimum average of 4.1°C (39.4°F).

How cold is it in Peterhead in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Peterhead, is 6.4°C (43.5°F), while the low-temperature averages to 4.1°C (39.4°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Peterhead?

In Peterhead, the average relative humidity in January is 80%.

How many days does it rain in January in Peterhead?

In Peterhead, United Kingdom, in January, it is raining for 17.5 days, with typically 40mm (1.57") of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Peterhead?

In Peterhead, during January, snow falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 15mm (0.59") of snow.

What is the water temperature in January in Peterhead?

In January, the average sea temperature in Peterhead is 7.4°C (45.3°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.

How many hours of daylight does Peterhead have in January?

In January, the average day length in Peterhead is 7h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Peterhead?

On the first day of January in Peterhead, sunrise is at 8:48 am and sunset at 3:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 4:29 pm GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Peterhead have in January?

In Peterhead, United Kingdom, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.1h.

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

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 Peterhead?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Peterhead, United Kingdom, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Peterhead, United Kingdom

Average temperature in January - Peterhead, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in January: 6.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (15.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 4.1°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°C).

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Average pressure in January
Peterhead, United Kingdom

Average pressure in January - Peterhead, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in January: 1007.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1006mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Peterhead, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in January - Peterhead, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in January: 28.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (28.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (17.5km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Peterhead, United Kingdom

Average humidity in January - Peterhead, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (79%).

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Average rainfall in January
Peterhead, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in January - Peterhead, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in January: 40mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (54mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (23mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Peterhead, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in January - Peterhead, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in January: 17.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (15.5 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Peterhead, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in January - Peterhead, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in January: 15mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (29mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Peterhead, United Kingdom

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Peterhead, United Kingdom

Average sea temperature in January - Peterhead, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in January: 7.4°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 (6.8°C).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Peterhead, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in January: 7h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Peterhead, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in January - Peterhead, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in January: 8.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (12.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (6.7 days).

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Average UV index in January
Peterhead, United Kingdom

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (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
Peterhead, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in January - Peterhead, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in January: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 52).

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Average visibility in January
Peterhead, United Kingdom

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

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

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