Contents
- Weather in January
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in January
- Average pressure in January
- Average wind speed in January
- Average humidity in January
- Average rainfall in January
- Average rainfall days in January
- Average snowfall in January
- Average snowfall days in January
- Average sea temperature in January
- Average daylight in January
- Average sunshine in January
- Average sunshine days in January
- Average UV index in January
- Average cloud cover in January
- Average visibility in January
Weather in January
Temperature
During the shift to January in Halifax, a minor reduction in average high-temperature is observed, shifting from a wintry 3.5°C (38.3°F) in December to a still icy 0.2°C (32.4°F). Throughout the month of January, Halifax expects an average low of -5.5°C (22.1°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in January in Halifax is 83%.Rainfall
In Halifax, in January, during 9.9 rainfall days, 83mm (3.27") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Halifax, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.3 days and collects up to 861mm (33.9") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. January is the month with the most snowfall in Halifax. Snow falls for 12.5 days and accumulates 113mm (4.45") of snow.Sea temperature
In Halifax, the average seawater temperature in January is 2.8°C (37°F).Note: In the realm of swimming, this is life-threatening and fraught with danger. The cold water triggers intense discomfort and leads to swift hyperventilation. Donning a specialized swimsuit is essential to curb thermal harm.
Daylight
In January, the average length of the day in Halifax is 9h and 17min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:20 pm AST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in January is 3.5h.UV index
The month with the lowest UV index in Halifax is January, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during January translates into these guidelines:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
How cold is January in Halifax?
What is the average humidity in January in Halifax?
How much does it rain in Halifax in January?
What is the snowiest month in Halifax?
How many days does it snow in January in Halifax?
What is the sea temperature in January in Halifax?
How many hours of daylight does Halifax have in January?
What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Halifax?
How many hours of sunshine does Halifax have in January?
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Halifax?
What is the UV index reading in January in Halifax?
Average temperature in January
Halifax, Canada
- Average high temperature in January: 0.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (21.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-0.1°C).
- Average low temperature in January: -5.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (16.1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (-5.5°C).
Average pressure in January
Halifax, Canada
- Average pressure in January: 1012.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1012.4mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Halifax, Canada
- Average wind speed in January: 21.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (21.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (14km/h).
Average humidity in January
Halifax, Canada
- Average humidity in January: 83%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (79%).
Average rainfall in January
Halifax, Canada
- Average rainfall in January: 83mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (98mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (38mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Halifax, Canada
- Average rainfall days in January: 9.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in January
Halifax, Canada
- Average snowfall in January: 113mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (113mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in January
Halifax, Canada
- Average snowfall days in January: 12.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in January
Halifax, Canada
- Average sea temperature in January: 2.8°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (17.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (0.8°C).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Halifax, Canada
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in January: 3h and 3min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in January
Halifax, Canada
- Average sunshine days in January: 11.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.8 days).
Average UV index in January
Halifax, Canada
- Average UV index in January: 1
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Halifax, Canada
- Average cloud cover in January: 65
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in January
Halifax, Canada
- Average visibility in January: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
Halifax, Canada
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