January Weather in Fort William

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Fort William, United Kingdom, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 3°C (37°F). Highs can soar to 9°C (49°F), while lows may dip to -6°C (21°F). Typically, the humidity level in Fort William throughout January hovers around 86%.

-6°C (21°F)

Minimum temperature

3°C (37°F)

Average temperature

9°C (49°F)

Maximum temperature

86%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In January, Fort William averages 158 mm (6.2 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 16 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 7 hours 31 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 1 hours 36 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 16% probability of sunny days during this period.

158 mm (6.2 inches)

Precipitation

16 rainy days

Rainy days

1 hours 36 minutes

Sunshine hours

16%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In January, the UV Index in Fort William reaches a maximum of 1, indicating a level of Low exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 09:00 and 11:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 45 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 0 0
Exposure Low
Time to burn 45 min

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