Contents
- Weather in January
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in January
- Average pressure in January
- Average wind speed in January
- Average humidity in January
- Average rainfall in January
- Average rainfall days in January
- Average snowfall in January
- Average snowfall days in January
- Average sea temperature in January
- Average daylight in January
- Average sunshine in January
- Average sunshine days in January
- Average UV index in January
- Average cloud cover in January
- Average visibility in January
January
Weather in January
Temperature
The coldest month is January, with an average high-temperature of 6.1°C (43°F) and an average low-temperature of 3.8°C (38.8°F).Humidity
In January, the average relative humidity is 80%.Rainfall
In January, in Thurso, the rain falls for 19.6 days. Throughout January, 52mm (2.05") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 237.5 rainfall days, and 584mm (22.99") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 4.7 days. Throughout January, 22mm (0.87") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 20.8 snowfall days, and 121mm (4.76") of snow is accumulated.Sea temperature
In January, the average sea temperature is 8.3°C (46.9°F).Note: In 8.3°C (46.9°F), even brief exposure to 13°C (55.4°F) feels biting, and anything less than 10°C (50°F) risks cold shock and impaired breathing, considering one's health.
Daylight
In Thurso, United Kingdom, the average length of the day in January is 7h and 12min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:04 am and sunset at 3:30 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 8:23 am and sunset at 4:31 pm GMT.
Sunshine
The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 3.6h of sunshine.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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the coldest months in Thurso?
Is it cold in Thurso during January?
What is the average humidity in January in Thurso?
How many days does it rain in January in Thurso?
How much does it snow in Thurso in January?
How cold is the water in January in Thurso?
How many hours of daylight does Thurso have in January?
When are sunrise and sunset in January in Thurso?
What is the month with the least sunshine in Thurso?
How many hours of sunshine does Thurso have in January?
When is the lowest UV index in Thurso?
How high is the UV index in January in Thurso?
Average temperature in January
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in January: 6.1°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (15.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.1°C).
- Average low temperature in January: 3.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (3.7°C).
Average pressure in January
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in January: 1005.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1004.1mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in January: 29.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (29.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (17.8km/h).
Average humidity in January
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in January: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (79%).
Average rainfall in January
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in January: 52mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (61mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (32mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in January: 19.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (22.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (16.4 days).
Average snowfall in January
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall in January: 22mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (35mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in January
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in January: 4.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in January
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average sea temperature in January: 8.3°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (13.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (7.4°C).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in January: 7h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in January: 3h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in January
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in January: 6.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (9.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (4.3 days).
Average UV index in January
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average UV index in January: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and September (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
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in January: 63
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 57).
Average visibility in January
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average visibility in January: 9km
The month with the highest visibility is April (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
