January weather forecast
Fort Simpson, Canada

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another arctic cold winter month in Fort Simpson, Canada, with an average temperature varying between -24.8°C (-12.6°F) and -17.9°C (-0.2°F).

Temperature

January, with its high-temperature average of -17.9°C (-0.2°F) and a low-temperature average of -24.8°C (-12.6°F), is the coldest month.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 96%, January is the most humid month in Fort Simpson.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 0.6 days. Throughout January, 8mm (0.31") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 64.3 rainfall days, and 202mm (7.95") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall in Fort Simpson. In Fort Simpson, during January, snow falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 63mm (2.48") of snow. In Fort Simpson, during the entire year, snow falls for 75.9 days and aggregates up to 452mm (17.8") of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Fort Simpson is 6h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:26 am and sunset at 3:51 pm. On the last day of January, in Fort Simpson, sunrise is at 9:32 am and sunset at 5:05 pm MST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 2.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Fort Simpson, Canada, are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during January leads to these instructions:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Fort Simpson?

The month of January, characterized by an average high of -17.9°C (-0.2°F) and a low of -24.8°C (-12.6°F), is recognized as the coldest in Fort Simpson.

How cold is January in Fort Simpson?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Fort Simpson, is -17.9°C (-0.2°F), while the average low-temperature is -24.8°C (-12.6°F).

What is the most humid month in Fort Simpson?

With an average relative humidity of 96%, January is the most humid month in Fort Simpson.

What is the average humidity in January in Fort Simpson?

In January, the average relative humidity in Fort Simpson is 96%.

How many days does it rain in January in Fort Simpson?

In Fort Simpson, Canada, in January, it is raining for 0.6 days, with typically 8mm (0.31") of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Fort Simpson in January?

In Fort Simpson, in January, during 12.3 snowfall days, 63mm (2.48") of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Fort Simpson have in January?

The average day length in January is 6h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Fort Simpson?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 10:26 am and sunset at 3:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:32 am and sunset at 5:05 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Fort Simpson?

The month with the least sunshine in Fort Simpson, Canada, is January, with an average of 2.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Fort Simpson?

The average sunshine duration in January in Fort Simpson is 2.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Fort Simpson?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in January in Fort Simpson?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Fort Simpson, Canada, is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Fort Simpson, Canada

Average temperature in January - Fort Simpson, Canada
  • Average high temperature in January: -17.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (24°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-17.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -24.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-24.8°C).

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Average pressure in January
Fort Simpson, Canada

Average pressure in January - Fort Simpson, Canada
  • Average pressure in January: 1020.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1020.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (1010mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Fort Simpson, Canada

Average wind speed in January - Fort Simpson, Canada
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (9.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (7.5km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Fort Simpson, Canada

Average humidity in January - Fort Simpson, Canada
  • Average humidity in January: 96%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (96%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (53%).

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Average rainfall in January
Fort Simpson, Canada

Average rainfall in January - Fort Simpson, Canada
  • Average rainfall in January: 8mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (37mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (4mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Fort Simpson, Canada

Average rainfall days in January - Fort Simpson, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in January: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (0.2 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Fort Simpson, Canada

Average snowfall in January - Fort Simpson, Canada
  • Average snowfall in January: 63mm

The month with the highest snowfall is April (102mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Fort Simpson, Canada

Average snowfall days in January - Fort Simpson, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (13 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Fort Simpson, Canada

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Fort Simpson, Canada
  • Average daylight in January: 6h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Fort Simpson, Canada

Average sunshine days in January - Fort Simpson, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Fort Simpson, Canada

Average UV index in January - Fort Simpson, Canada
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Fort Simpson, Canada

Average cloud cover in January - Fort Simpson, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in January: 68

The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in January
Fort Simpson, Canada

Average visibility in January - Fort Simpson, Canada
  • Average visibility in January: 4km

The months with the highest visibility are June and July (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4km).

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