January weather forecast
Churchill, Canada

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Weather in January

January in Churchill, Canada, is a dangerously cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min -25.7°C (-14.3°F) and max -20.5°C (-4.9°F).

Temperature

January, known for its average high temperature of -20.5°C (-4.9°F) and an average low temperature of -25.7°C (-14.3°F), is the coldest month.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 96%, are the most humid months in Churchill.

Rainfall

In Churchill, Canada, during January, the rain falls for 0.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 7mm (0.28") of precipitation. In Churchill, during the entire year, the rain falls for 74.7 days and collects up to 294mm (11.57") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall in Churchill. In Churchill, in January, snow falls for 10.8 days, with typically accumulated 42mm (1.65") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 84.6 snowfall days, and 355mm (13.98") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

January through April and December, with an average sea temperature of -2°C (28.4°F), are months with the coldest seawater.
Note: While participating in swimming, this is a serious life-threatening situation. Breathing becomes unmanageable, making lucid thinking almost impossible. The use of a specialized swimsuit is crucial to control thermal loss.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Churchill is 7h and 11min.
On the first day of January in Churchill, sunrise is at 9:07 am and sunset at 3:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:26 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Churchill, with an average of 1.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Churchill. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in January translates into this advice:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Churchill?

January proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of -20.5°C (-4.9°F) and a minimum temperature of -25.7°C (-14.3°F).

How cold is January in Churchill?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Churchill during January are -20.5°C (-4.9°F) and -25.7°C (-14.3°F) respectively.

What are the most humid months in Churchill?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 96%.

What is the average humidity in January in Churchill?

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

How much does it rain in Churchill in January?

In Churchill, in January, during 0.3 rainfall days, 7mm (0.28") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Churchill in January?

In Churchill, during January, snow falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 42mm (1.65") of snow.

When is the sea coldest in Churchill?

January through April and December, with an average sea temperature of -2°C (28.4°F), are months with the coldest seawater.

What is the sea temperature in January in Churchill?

In Churchill, Canada, the average seawater temperature in January is -2°C (28.4°F). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

How many hours of daylight does Churchill have in January?

The average day length in January is 7h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Churchill?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:07 am and sunset at 3:32 pm. On the last day of the month, in Churchill, Canada, sunrise is at 8:26 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Churchill?

With an average of 1.3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Churchill, Canada.

How long on average sun shines in January in Churchill?

In Churchill, the average sunshine duration in January is 1.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Churchill?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Churchill?

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

Average temperature in January
Churchill, Canada

Average temperature in January - Churchill, Canada
  • Average high temperature in January: -20.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (14.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-20.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -25.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-25.9°C).

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Average pressure in January
Churchill, Canada

Average pressure in January - Churchill, Canada
  • Average pressure in January: 1016.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1020mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1010.1mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Churchill, Canada

Average wind speed in January - Churchill, Canada
  • Average wind speed in January: 17.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (23.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (16.8km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Churchill, Canada

Average humidity in January - Churchill, Canada
  • Average humidity in January: 96%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (96%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (71%).

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Average rainfall in January
Churchill, Canada

Average rainfall in January - Churchill, Canada
  • Average rainfall in January: 7mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (63mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (5mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Churchill, Canada

Average rainfall days in January - Churchill, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in January: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (13.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (0.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Churchill, Canada

Average snowfall in January - Churchill, Canada
  • Average snowfall in January: 42mm

The month with the highest snowfall is November (60mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Churchill, Canada

Average snowfall days in January - Churchill, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Churchill, Canada

Average sea temperature in January - Churchill, Canada
  • Average sea temperature in January: -2°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March, April and December (-2°C).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Churchill, Canada
  • Average daylight in January: 7h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 1h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Churchill, Canada

Average sunshine days in January - Churchill, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (11.4 days).

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Average UV index in January
Churchill, Canada

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Churchill, Canada

Average cloud cover in January - Churchill, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in January: 87

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 87).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in January
Churchill, Canada

Average visibility in January - Churchill, Canada
  • Average visibility in January: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are June and July (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (7km).

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