January Weather in Scalloway

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Scalloway, United Kingdom, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 6°C (44°F). Highs can soar to 10°C (50°F), while lows may dip to 2°C (36°F). Typically, the humidity level in Scalloway throughout January hovers around 79%.

2°C (36°F)

Minimum temperature

6°C (44°F)

Average temperature

10°C (50°F)

Maximum temperature

79%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In January, Scalloway averages 96 mm (3.8 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 18 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 6 hours 46 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 1 hours 35 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 32% probability of sunny days during this period.

96 mm (3.8 inches)

Precipitation

18 rainy days

Rainy days

1 hours 35 minutes

Sunshine hours

32%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In January, the UV Index in Scalloway 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 0 0 0 0
Exposure Low
Time to burn 45 min

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