Cork Weather in January
Ireland · 30-year monthly averages
⚠️ Challenging time to visit
January in Cork is chilly, with average daytime highs around 8°C (47°F) and nighttime lows near 3°C (38°F). Expect roughly 131mm of precipitation spread over about 17 rainy days, and this is one of the wetter months.
Avg high
8°C
47°F
Avg low
3°C
38°F
Rainfall
131mm
rainy
Rainy days
17
days with ≥1mm
☀️ About 61 hours of sunshine over the month (~2h/day).
🎒 What to pack
- jacket or coat
- long-sleeve layers
- compact umbrella or rain jacket
January vs the rest of the year
FAQ
- How hot is Cork in January?
- January in Cork is chilly, with average daytime highs around 8°C (47°F) and nighttime lows near 3°C (38°F). Expect roughly 131mm of precipitation spread over about 17 rainy days, and this is one of the wetter months.
- Does it rain a lot in Cork in January?
- Cork sees around 131mm of precipitation in January on average — rainy by global standards.
- Is January a good time to visit Cork?
- January is a challenging month to visit Cork weather-wise — plan around the conditions.