January weather forecast
Clifden, Ireland

January in Clifden, Ireland portrays the classic image of a winter month, loaded with chilly temperatures and the distinctive possibility of rain. The lowest sea temperature presents a frigid North Atlantic Ocean with 9.9°C (49.8°F). There is a transition from the sun's scarce appearance during the shortest daylight hours of the year to a slight ascend towards more sunlight. The cold dominates, even as the days gradually crawl towards spring. Weather patterns of this month largely determine the region's characteristic winter look, with frosts and crisp clear days.

Temperature

January, February and December are known as Clifden's coldest months, with an average high-temperature of 9°C (48.2°F).

Rainfall

January is the month with the most rainfall in Clifden. Rain falls for 24 days and accumulates 137mm (5.39") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In January, the average sea temperature in Clifden is 9.9°C (49.8°F).
Note: 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.

Daylight

In Clifden, the average length of the day in January is 8h and 9min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:55 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 8:27 am and sunset at 5:19 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In Clifden, Ireland, the average sunshine in January is 2h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 0, are months with the lowest UV index in Clifden. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 0 in January translates into the following instructions:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.