January weather forecastFort Nelson, Canada
January weather forecast for Fort Nelson, Canada: In Fort Nelson, in January, snow falls for 15.8 days, with typically accumulated 121mm (4.76") of snow. In Fort Nelson, during January, snow falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 121mm (4.76") of snow.
January
Weather in January
January, the same as December, is another frigid cold winter month in Fort Nelson, Canada, with an average temperature ranging between max -12.3°C (9.9°F) and min -20.7°C (-5.3°F).Temperature
Fort Nelson experiences an average high-temperature of a still frigid cold -12.3°C (9.9°F) in January, subtly different from December's -12.8°C (9°F). An average low-temperature of -20.7°C (-5.3°F) marks the nights throughout January.Humidity
The average relative humidity in January is 94%.Rainfall
In January, the rain falls for 2.9 days. Throughout January, 16mm (0.63") of precipitation is accumulated. In Fort Nelson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 88.5 days and collects up to 294mm (11.57") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In Fort Nelson, in January, snow falls for 15.8 days, with typically accumulated 121mm (4.76") of snow. In Fort Nelson, during the entire year, snow falls for 97.2 days and aggregates up to 754mm (29.69") of snow.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day in Fort Nelson is 7h and 10min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 9:02 am and sunset at 3:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 4:27 pm PST.
Sunshine
In Fort Nelson, the average sunshine in January is 3.5h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In January, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Fort Nelson, Canada
- Average high temperature in January: -12.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (23.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (-12.8°C).
- Average low temperature in January: -20.7°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (10.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-20.7°C).
Average pressure in January
Fort Nelson, Canada
- Average pressure in January: 1018.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1019.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1010.1mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Fort Nelson, Canada
- Average wind speed in January: 5.9km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (8.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (5.7km/h).
Average humidity in January
Fort Nelson, Canada
- Average humidity in January: 94%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (95%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (55%).
Average rainfall in January
Fort Nelson, Canada
- Average rainfall in January: 16mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (51mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (11mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Fort Nelson, Canada
- Average rainfall days in January: 2.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).
Average snowfall in January
Fort Nelson, Canada
- Average snowfall in January: 121mm
The month with the highest snowfall is March (123mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).
Average snowfall days in January
Fort Nelson, Canada
- Average snowfall days in January: 15.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (17 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Fort Nelson, Canada
- Average daylight in January: 7h and 12min
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: 3h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is March (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in January
Fort Nelson, Canada
- Average sunshine days in January: 15.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.3 days).
Average UV index in January
Fort Nelson, Canada
- Average UV index in January: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and March (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Fort Nelson, Canada
- Average cloud cover in January: 61
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in January
Fort Nelson, Canada
- Average visibility in January: 5km
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is March (4km).
