January weather forecast
Sydney, Canada

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Sydney, Canada, with an average temperature fluctuating between -6.3°C (20.7°F) and -0.9°C (30.4°F).

Temperature

The move into January indicates a slight reduction in the average high-temperature, down from December's icy 2.5°C (36.5°F) to a freezing cold -0.9°C (30.4°F). January nights in Sydney experience a consistent temperature drop to -6.3°C (20.7°F).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Sydney, in January, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 61mm (2.4") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 148.9 rainfall days, and 651mm (25.63") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Sydney, during January, snow falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 87mm (3.43") of snow. In Sydney, during the entire year, snow falls for 60.9 days and aggregates up to 428mm (16.85") of snow.

Sea temperature

In January, the average sea temperature in Sydney, Canada, is 1.7°C (35.1°F).
Note: In swimming undertakings, this is deemed life-threatening and highly risky. The cold water induces intense discomfort and leads to swift hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is indispensable to decrease thermal injuries.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Sydney is 9h and 7min.
On the first day of January in Sydney, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:03 pm AST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Sydney, with an average of 2.9h of sunshine.

UV index

January, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Sydney. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during January translates into the following directions:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Sydney in January?

January temperatures in Sydney vary between a high-temperature of -0.9°C (30.4°F) and a low-temperature of -6.3°C (20.7°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Sydney?

The average relative humidity in January is 85%.

How much does it rain in Sydney in January?

In Sydney, during January, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 61mm (2.4") of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Sydney in January?

In January, it is snowing for 14.8 days. Throughout January, 87mm (3.43") of snow is accumulated.

What is the sea temperature in January in Sydney?

In January, the average sea temperature in Sydney, Canada, is 1.7°C (35.1°F). For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.

How many hours of daylight does Sydney have in January?

The average day length in January in Sydney is 9h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Sydney?

On the first day of January in Sydney, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:03 pm AST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Sydney?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Sydney, Canada, with an average of 2.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Sydney have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 2.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Sydney?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Sydney?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Sydney is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in January
Sydney, Canada

Average temperature in January - Sydney, Canada
  • Average high temperature in January: -0.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (22.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-1.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -6.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-7.3°C).

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Average pressure in January
Sydney, Canada

Average pressure in January - Sydney, Canada
  • Average pressure in January: 1010.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1016.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Sydney, Canada

Average wind speed in January - Sydney, Canada
  • Average wind speed in January: 20.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (20.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (14km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Sydney, Canada

Average humidity in January - Sydney, Canada
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May, August and September (81%).

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Average rainfall in January
Sydney, Canada

Average rainfall in January - Sydney, Canada
  • Average rainfall in January: 61mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (68mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (37mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Sydney, Canada

Average rainfall days in January - Sydney, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.9 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Sydney, Canada

Average snowfall in January - Sydney, Canada
  • Average snowfall in January: 87mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (117mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Sydney, Canada

Average snowfall days in January - Sydney, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Sydney, Canada

Average sea temperature in January - Sydney, Canada
  • Average sea temperature in January: 1.7°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (17.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (-0.8°C).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Sydney, Canada

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Sydney, Canada
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Sydney, Canada

Average sunshine days in January - Sydney, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in January: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (9.7 days).

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Average UV index in January
Sydney, Canada

Average UV index in January - Sydney, Canada
  • Average UV index in January: 1

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Sydney, Canada

Average cloud cover in January - Sydney, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in January: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in January
Sydney, Canada

Average visibility in January - Sydney, Canada
  • Average visibility in January: 9km

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

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