January weather forecastLethbridge, Canada
January
Weather in January
January sees the start of the year with an icy grip on Lethbridge. With the lowermost temperature dipping to -8.5°C (16.7°F), it claims the title of being one of the coldest months. This chilly transition from the previous year is met with frequent snowfall and consequently, lower sun duration. As expected, daylight hours are shorter. Thick coats and snow boots are a necessity in these icy conditions.Temperature
January's climate shows a minor adjustment in average high-temperatures to a still subzero cold -1.9°C (28.6°F) from December's -2.7°C (27.1°F). During January, Lethbridge experiences a consistent low-temperature average of -8.5°C (16.7°F).Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 80%, January is the most humid month in Lethbridge.Rainfall
The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 2.6 days and typically collects 7mm (0.28") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In January, it is snowing for 7.8 days. Throughout January, 51mm (2.01") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Lethbridge, there are 51.2 snowfall days, and 529mm (20.83") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 8h and 42min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:28 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of January, in Lethbridge, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:24 pm MST.
Sunshine
January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Lethbridge.UV index
January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Lethbridge, Canada
- Average high temperature in January: -1.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (26.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (-2.7°C).
- Average low temperature in January: -8.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (-9.2°C).
Average pressure in January
Lethbridge, Canada
- Average pressure in January: 1019.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1019.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1011mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Lethbridge, Canada
- Average wind speed in January: 17.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (17.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (12.3km/h).
Average humidity in January
Lethbridge, Canada
- Average humidity in January: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (48%).
Average rainfall in January
Lethbridge, Canada
- Average rainfall in January: 7mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (66mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (7mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Lethbridge, Canada
- Average rainfall days in January: 2.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.6 days).
Average snowfall in January
Lethbridge, Canada
- Average snowfall in January: 51mm
The month with the highest snowfall is April (91mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).
Average snowfall days in January
Lethbridge, Canada
- Average snowfall days in January: 7.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Lethbridge, Canada
- Average daylight in January: 8h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in January: 5h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in January
Lethbridge, Canada
- Average sunshine days in January: 22.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).
Average UV index in January
Lethbridge, Canada
- Average UV index in January: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in January
Lethbridge, Canada
- Average cloud cover in January: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 18).
Average visibility in January
Lethbridge, Canada
- Average visibility in January: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (9km).
