January in Ballater is the windiest and the coldest month of the year. In January, the weather in Ballater is typically cold. Average daily high temperature in January is about 2 degrees above zero. On average, Ballater has 24 rainy, 5 cloudy, and 2 sunny days in January. The rains are usually heavy. January as well as February, March, April, and May is considered the most uncomfortable time to visit Ballater.