Derry Weather in January

The climate in Derry during January can be summarized as cold and a little damp.

January is in the winter in Derry and is typically the coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a freezing 0°C (33°F), whilst at night -11°C (12°F) is normal.

On average January is the 2nd driest month of the year in Derry with around 81mm 3.2 inches of rain making it a a little damp time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 11 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 5.8 hours of sunshine per day.

The data used in these monthly averages covers a period of over 100 years right up until last year. As such they are a valid prediction of what to expect for the weather in Derry in January 2024.