January weather forecast
Gaspé, Canada

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Gaspé, Canada, with an average temperature fluctuating between -11.9°C (10.6°F) and -6.1°C (21°F).

Temperature

The coldest period is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of -6.1°C (21°F) and a low of -11.9°C (10.6°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 88%.

Rainfall

In January, in Gaspé, the rain falls for 4.4 days. Throughout January, 49mm (1.93") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Gaspé, Canada, there are 133.1 rainfall days, and 670mm (26.38") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Gaspé. In Gaspé, in January, during 15.5 snowfall days, 193mm (7.6") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 79.8 snowfall days, and 980mm (38.58") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Gaspé, the average seawater temperature in January is -0.5°C (31.1°F).
Note: In terms of swimming, this condition is dangerously life-threatening. Water temperatures cause sharp pain and provoke immediate hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is compulsory to alleviate thermal damage.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Gaspé is 8h and 49min.
On the first day of January in Gaspé, Canada, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 3:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:13 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 3.1h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Gaspé, Canada. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during January translates into the following guidance:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Gaspé?

With average high and low temperatures of -6.1°C (21°F) and -11.9°C (10.6°F) respectively, January is Gaspé's coldest month.

How cold is January in Gaspé?

During January, Gaspé experiences an average high-temperature of -6.1°C (21°F) and a low-temperature of -11.9°C (10.6°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Gaspé?

The average relative humidity in January in Gaspé is 88%.

How many days does it rain in January in Gaspé?

In Gaspé, Canada, during January, the rain falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 49mm (1.93") of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Gaspé?

In January, it is snowing for 15.5 days. Throughout January, 193mm (7.6") of snow is accumulated.

What is the water temperature in January in Gaspé?

In Gaspé, in January, the average water temperature is -0.5°C (31.1°F). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

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

In January, the average day length in Gaspé, Canada, is 8h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Gaspé?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 3:31 pm. On the last day of the month, in Gaspé, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:13 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gaspé have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Gaspé?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Gaspé?

In Gaspé, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in January
Gaspé, Canada

Average temperature in January - Gaspé, Canada
  • Average high temperature in January: -6.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (20.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-6.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -11.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-12.3°C).

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Average pressure in January
Gaspé, Canada

Average pressure in January - Gaspé, Canada
  • Average pressure in January: 1010.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1014.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Gaspé, Canada

Average wind speed in January - Gaspé, Canada
  • Average wind speed in January: 18.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (19.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (11.5km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Gaspé, Canada

Average humidity in January - Gaspé, Canada
  • Average humidity in January: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (76%).

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Average rainfall in January
Gaspé, Canada

Average rainfall in January - Gaspé, Canada
  • Average rainfall in January: 49mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April, July and November (62mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (38mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Gaspé, Canada

Average rainfall days in January - Gaspé, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Gaspé, Canada

Average snowfall in January - Gaspé, Canada
  • Average snowfall in January: 193mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (232mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Gaspé, Canada

Average snowfall days in January - Gaspé, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in January: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (16.2 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
Gaspé, Canada

Average sea temperature in January - Gaspé, Canada
  • Average sea temperature in January: -0.5°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (15.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (-1.4°C).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Gaspé, Canada
  • Average daylight in January: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Gaspé, Canada

Average sunshine days in January - Gaspé, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.9 days).

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Average UV index in January
Gaspé, Canada

Average UV index in January - Gaspé, 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 and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Gaspé, Canada

Average cloud cover in January - Gaspé, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in January: 68

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in January
Gaspé, Canada

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, March and April (8km).

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