January · United Kingdom
Best time to visit Glasgow in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Glasgow in January
Average temperature 5°C, 105 mm of rain, about 10 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 87% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
4.3/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 5°C
- Rainfall
- 105 mm
- Humidity
- 87%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 10
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
January in Glasgow scores 4.3/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 5°C, 105 mm of rain, and roughly 10 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Glasgow's Victorian grid holds Kelvingrove's collections, Merchant City murals, and a live-music scene that runs past midnight.
January in Glasgow: expect compromises
Expect 5°C (40°F) in January. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
105 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 10 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 4.3/10 on the same scale — 11th of 12 months, versus 8.3/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, June is materially better in Glasgow — 4 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Glasgow in January?
- In January, Glasgow averages 5°C, 105 mm of rain, and about 10 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.3/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Glasgow?
- January earns a 4.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Glasgow in January?
- Expect about 105 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 87% and there are about 10 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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