Sea Temperature in Orkney in January

Complete information on the sea temperature range in the North Sea in Orkney in January. Historical daily data. Climate details for January. Tips on swimming conditions and beach relaxation in Orkney. We find every spot where you can swim and tell you what the water temperature is there today and throughout the year.

Water Temperature Range in Orkney in January

43°F

MINIMUN

46°F

AVERAGE

48°F

MAXIMUM

Historical Data of Water Temperature in January in Orkney

Water Temperature Chart for North Sea in Orkney in January

Sea Temperature Table in Orkney in January Over the Past Years

Day	2024	2023	2022	Average
Jan 1	46°C	48°C	45°C	47°C
Jan 2	46°C	48°C	48°C	48°C
Jan 3	46°C	46°C	43°C	46°C
Jan 4	46°C	43°C	43°C	45°C
Jan 5	46°C	48°C	43°C	46°C
Jan 6	46°C	45°C	46°C	46°C
Jan 7	46°C	46°C	45°C	46°C
Jan 8	46°C	48°C	43°C	46°C
Jan 9	46°C	46°C	43°C	46°C
Jan 10	46°C	43°C	48°C	46°C
Jan 11	45°C	48°C	45°C	46°C
Jan 12	46°C	46°C	43°C	45°C
Jan 13	46°C	45°C	43°C	45°C
Jan 14	46°C	48°C	45°C	46°C
Jan 15	46°C	48°C	43°C	46°C
Jan 16	46°C	45°C	43°C	45°C
Jan 17	46°C	45°C	46°C	46°C
Jan 18	45°C	45°C	46°C	45°C
Jan 19	45°C	43°C	43°C	44°C
Jan 20	46°C	43°C	48°C	46°C
Jan 21	46°C	43°C	48°C	46°C
Jan 22	46°C	45°C	48°C	46°C
Jan 23	46°C	48°C	43°C	46°C
Jan 24	45°C	45°C	45°C	45°C
Jan 25	45°C	48°C	43°C	45°C
Jan 26	46°C	48°C	45°C	46°C
Jan 27	45°C	45°C	45°C	45°C
Jan 28	46°C	45°C	48°C	46°C
Jan 29	45°C	48°C	43°C	46°C
Jan 30	45°C	48°C	45°C	46°C

Orkney Climate and Swimming Opportunities in January

28°F

Average Day Air Temperature

9°F

Average Night Air Temperature

1 in

Precipitation Amount per Month

8 days

Number of Rainy Days

8 hrs

Daylight
per Day

2 hrs

Sunshine
per Day

7 mph

Average Wind Speed

72%

Average
humidity

Orkney lies within the Scotland in United Kingdom. The average daytime temperature in Orkney in January is -2°C (28°F), while the nighttime average is -13°C (8°F). There are typically eight rainy days during the month, with a total precipitation of 25 mm (1.0 inches). The daylight duration in January in Orkney is 8 hours, with an average of 2 hours of sunshine per day. The average wind speed in January is 11 km/h (7 mph), and the humidity level is around 72%.

The water temperature in Orkney in January ranges from 6°C to 8°C (43°F to 46°F). At the beginning of the month, the average temperature is around 8°C (46°F), shifting to 7°C (45°F) by mid-January and reaching 8°C (46°F) in the last ten days. Overall, the average sea temperature in Orkney for January is 8°C (46°F). Very cold water with low air temperature creates extreme swimming conditions. Hypothermia can occur quickly, making it unsafe for most people.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Water Temperatures in January in Orkney

What is the sea temperature in Orkney in January?

The water temperature in the North Sea in Orkney in January ranges from 6°C to 8°C (43°F to 46°F).

Is it possible to swim in the North Sea in Orkney in January?

The average sea temperature in Orkney in January is 8°C (46°F), and the air temperature is -2°C (28°F), so very cold water with low air temperature creates extreme swimming conditions. Hypothermia can occur quickly, making it unsafe for most people.