January weather forecast
Canada

January is the heart of winter in Canada, featuring some of the coldest temperatures experienced throughout the year. During this month, the country is deeply entrenched in winter's grip, with significant snowfall and often frigid conditions.

The northern and central regions of Canada, predominantly covered by a subarctic climate, experience average high temperatures that often stay below -15°C (5°F). In fact, the far northern region, which includes areas such as the Yukon, are known for temperatures plummeting to below -30°C (-22°F).

In stark contrast, the southwestern coast of British Columbia, which enjoys a milder oceanic climate, experiences a warmer January. For instance, Vancouver's temperatures in January range from 1°C (33.8°F) to 6°C (42.8°F), often making it the country's warmest city during this period.

On the eastern seaboard, in cities such as St. John's in Newfoundland and Labrador, January can bring a mix of rain, snow, and sleet, with temperatures from -1°C (30.2°F) to -9°C (15.8°F).

In the heartland, the Canadian Prairie, which includes cities like Winnipeg, Edmonton, and Calgary, sees some of the most severe winter weather. Temperatures can drop below -20°C (-4°F), and there are times when these cities are among the coldest places on the planet.

January also sees less sunlight compared to other months due to shorter daylight hours. The northern regions get as few as 6 hours of daylight per day, while southern regions get between 8 to 9 hours.

In terms of snowfall, January is one of the snowiest months, particularly for the provinces in the north and the mountainous regions. Glacier National Park in British Columbia, for example, receives significant snowfall this month contributing to its annual tally of 14097mm (555").

While January is colder than the preceding month, December, it is comparably similar to February, as both these months lie in the heart of Canada's winter. However, some regions like the Prairie Provinces often see February as marginally colder.

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• Toronto - January »
  The month with the most snowfall in Toronto, Canada, is January, when snow falls for 11.9 days and typically aggregates up to 57mm (2.24") of snow. The month with the most snowfall in Toronto is January, when snow falls for 11.9 days and typically aggregates up to 57mm (2.24") of snow.
• Montreal - January »
  In Montreal, Canada, in January, snow falls for 18.3 days, with typically accumulated 293mm (11.54") of snow. January in Montreal is a winter month that embodies frigid temperatures and high snowfall levels.
• Vancouver - January »
  January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Vancouver, Canada. In Vancouver in January, during 19.4 rainfall days, 196mm (7.72") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Ottawa - January »
  The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 19.8 days and typically aggregates up to 321mm (12.64") of snow. January is the coldest month of the year in Ottawa registering average temperatures as high as -6.3°C (20.7°F) and as low as -14.5°C (5.9°F).
• Calgary - January »
  In Calgary during January, snow falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 66mm (2.6") of snow. In Calgary during January, the rain falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 9mm (0.35") of precipitation.
• Edmonton - January »
  In Edmonton in January, during 10.7 snowfall days, 73mm (2.87") of snow is typically accumulated. In Edmonton, Canada, during January, snow falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 73mm (2.87") of snow.
• Winnipeg - January »
  In Winnipeg, in January, snow falls for 13.7 days, with typically accumulated 83mm (3.27") of snow. In Winnipeg, during January, the rain falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 14mm (0.55") of precipitation.
• Quebec city - January »
  January, November and December, with an average of 3h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Quebec city, Canada. The months with the lowest UV index in Quebec city are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.
• Hamilton - January »
  In Hamilton during January, snow falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 108mm (4.25") of snow. In Hamilton, during January, snow falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 108mm (4.25") of snow.
• Kitchener - January »
  In Kitchener in January, snow falls for 18.3 days, with typically accumulated 137mm (5.39") of snow. January in Kitchener, Canada sees temperatures drop significantly making it one of the coldest months of the year.
• London - January »
  Winter reigns supreme in January, the first month of the year, soaking London, Canada in a chilly mixture of snow and rain. In London during January, snow falls for 17.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 71mm (2.8") of snow.
• Victoria - January »
  The month with the most rainfall in Victoria is January, when the rain falls for 8.5 days and typically aggregates up to 37mm (1.46") of precipitation. In Victoria, Canada, during January, snow falls for 1.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 27mm (1.06") of snow.