January weather forecast
Richmond Hill, Canada

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Weather in January

The weather in January in Richmond Hill, Canada, shows a winter pattern with temperatures reaching a high of -3.3°C (26.1°F) while the low dips to -8.8°C (16.2°F). January sees the highest snowfall of the year with 160mm (6.3"), covering the town in a white blanket. As the new year begins, the weather induces a frosty ambiance, making it the coldest month compared to February, the upcoming month. Despite the cold temperatures, residents adapt to the winter season, adopting a life filled with warm mittens, scarves, and hot drinks while enjoying the scenic snowy landscapes.

Temperature

Richmond Hill experiences its lowest temperatures in January, with an average peak of -3.3°C (26.1°F) and a low of -8.8°C (16.2°F).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

In Richmond Hill, during January, the rain falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 53mm (2.09") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 161.4 rainfall days, and 696mm (27.4") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Richmond Hill, in January, during 15.6 snowfall days, 160mm (6.3") of snow is typically accumulated. In Richmond Hill, during the entire year, snow falls for 67.2 days and aggregates up to 637mm (25.08") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of January, in Richmond Hill, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 2.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Richmond Hill are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during January leads to these advisories:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Richmond Hill?

Richmond Hill's temperature records reveal January as the coldest month, marked by average highs of -3.3°C (26.1°F) and lows of -8.8°C (16.2°F).

How cold is January in Richmond Hill?

The high-temperature, in January, in Richmond Hill, is -3.3°C (26.1°F), while the low-temperature averages to -8.8°C (16.2°F).

What are the most humid months in Richmond Hill?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 86%, are most humid months in Richmond Hill.

What is the average humidity in January in Richmond Hill?

The average relative humidity in January in Richmond Hill is 86%.

How many days does it rain in January in Richmond Hill?

In Richmond Hill, Canada, in January, it is raining for 7.6 days, with typically 53mm (2.09") of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Richmond Hill?

In Richmond Hill, Canada, in January, during 15.6 snowfall days, 160mm (6.3") of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Richmond Hill have in January?

In January, the average day length in Richmond Hill, Canada, is 9h and 21min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Richmond Hill?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, in Richmond Hill, Canada, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Richmond Hill?

With an average of 2.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in January in Richmond Hill?

The average sunshine duration in January in Richmond Hill is 2.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Richmond Hill?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Richmond Hill.

What is the UV index reading in January in Richmond Hill?

In Richmond Hill, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Richmond Hill, Canada

Average temperature in January - Richmond Hill, Canada
  • Average high temperature in January: -3.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (24.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -8.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (16.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-8.8°C).

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Average pressure in January
Richmond Hill, Canada

Average pressure in January - Richmond Hill, Canada
  • Average pressure in January: 1016.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1013.1mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Richmond Hill, Canada

Average wind speed in January - Richmond Hill, Canada
  • Average wind speed in January: 17.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (17.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.7km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Richmond Hill, Canada

Average humidity in January - Richmond Hill, Canada
  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

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Average rainfall in January
Richmond Hill, Canada

Average rainfall in January - Richmond Hill, Canada
  • Average rainfall in January: 53mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (72mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (41mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Richmond Hill, Canada

Average rainfall days in January - Richmond Hill, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Richmond Hill, Canada

Average snowfall in January - Richmond Hill, Canada
  • Average snowfall in January: 160mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (163mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Richmond Hill, Canada

Average snowfall days in January - Richmond Hill, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in January: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (16.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Richmond Hill, Canada

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Richmond Hill, Canada
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Richmond Hill, Canada

Average sunshine days in January - Richmond Hill, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Richmond Hill, Canada

Average UV index in January - Richmond Hill, Canada
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Richmond Hill, Canada

Average cloud cover in January - Richmond Hill, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in January: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in January
Richmond Hill, Canada

Average visibility in January - Richmond Hill, Canada
  • Average visibility in January: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (8km).

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