January weather forecast
Edmonton, Canada

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The Saskatchewan River below the James Macdonald Bridge, with a distant view of Edmonton City, Canada
The Saskatchewan River below the James Macdonald Bridge, with a distant view of Edmonton City, Canada

Weather in January

Cold descends upon Edmonton in January with robust might. The chill penetrates every corner of the city. Between frequent snowfall, days are characterized by decreased daylight hours and a pronounced layer of clouds, enveloping the city with a consistent, cozy gloom. A degree of quietude embraces Edmonton during this time. With temperature dropping as low as -13.5°C (7.7°F), January ranks as one of Edmonton's coldest months of the year.

Temperature

The advent of January presents an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold -6.5°C (20.3°F), maintaining a close correlation with the preceding month. January nights in Edmonton are marked by an average low-temperature of -13.5°C (7.7°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Edmonton is 91%.

Rainfall

In Edmonton, during January, the rain falls for 2.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 10mm (0.39") of precipitation. In Edmonton, Canada, during the entire year, the rain falls for 108 days and collects up to 338mm (13.31") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In January, it is snowing for 10.7 days. Throughout January, 73mm (2.87") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 72.7 snowfall days, and 539mm (21.22") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Edmonton, the average length of the day in January is 8h and 10min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:50 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 5:13 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Edmonton, the average sunshine in January is 4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during January translates into these guidelines:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Edmonton in January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Edmonton, is -6.5°C (20.3°F) and the average low-temperature is -13.5°C (7.7°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Edmonton?

The average relative humidity in January in Edmonton, Canada, is 91%.

How much does it rain in Edmonton in January?

In Edmonton, in January, it is raining for 2.6 days, with typically 10mm (0.39") of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Edmonton in January?

In Edmonton, in January, snow falls for 10.7 days, with typically accumulated 73mm (2.87") of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Edmonton?

In January, the average day length in Edmonton is 8h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Edmonton?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:50 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 5:13 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Edmonton?

In Edmonton, the average sunshine duration in January is 4h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Edmonton are January through March, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in January in Edmonton?

In Edmonton, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Edmonton, Canada

Average temperature in January - Edmonton, Canada
  • Average high temperature in January: -6.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (22.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (-7.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -13.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (11.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-15.1°C).

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Average pressure in January
Edmonton, Canada

Average pressure in January - Edmonton, Canada
  • Average pressure in January: 1019.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1020.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1010.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Edmonton, Canada

Average wind speed in January - Edmonton, Canada
  • Average wind speed in January: 12.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.8km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Edmonton, Canada

Average humidity in January - Edmonton, Canada
  • Average humidity in January: 91%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (60%).

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Average rainfall in January
Edmonton, Canada

Average rainfall in January - Edmonton, Canada
  • Average rainfall in January: 10mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (74mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (8mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Edmonton, Canada

Average rainfall days in January - Edmonton, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.6 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Edmonton, Canada

Average snowfall in January - Edmonton, Canada
  • Average snowfall in January: 73mm

The month with the highest snowfall is November (90mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Edmonton, Canada

Average snowfall days in January - Edmonton, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (13.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Edmonton, Canada
  • Average daylight in January: 8h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Edmonton, Canada

Average sunshine days in January - Edmonton, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Edmonton, Canada

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and March (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Edmonton, Canada

Average cloud cover in January - Edmonton, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in January: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in January
Edmonton, Canada

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

The month with the highest visibility is August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (7km).

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