January weather forecast
London, Canada

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Weather in January

Winter reigns supreme in January, the first month of the year, soaking London, Canada in a chilly mixture of snow and rain. A profound contrast exists between the average high temperature, which sits at a frigid -2.8°C (27°F), and the average low of -8.2°C (17.2°F). Snowy days number more than half the month, enveloping the city in a white blanket. The icy grip of winter tends to limit outdoor activities. Streets glisten, reflecting the scarce daylight that illuminates the city for only 9.4 hours per day.

Temperature

January, marked by an average high-temperature of -2.8°C (27°F) and a low-temperature of -8.2°C (17.2°F), is the coldest month.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in London are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 5.7 days. Throughout January, 27mm (1.06") of precipitation is accumulated. In London, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.1 days and collects up to 346mm (13.62") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in London are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in London is January, when snow falls for 17.8 days and typically aggregates up to 71mm (2.8") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in London is 9h and 26min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 2.3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in London.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: During January, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
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. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in London?

London's coldest weather arrives in January, when temperatures average a high of -2.8°C (27°F) and a low of -8.2°C (17.2°F).

How cold is it in London in January?

The high-temperature in London during January is -2.8°C (27°F) and the low-temperature is -8.2°C (17.2°F).

What is the most humid month in London?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 88%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January in London?

The average relative humidity in January is 88%.

How much does it rain in London in January?

In London, Canada, in January, it is raining for 5.7 days, with typically 27mm (1.06") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in London?

The month with the most snowfall in London, Canada, is January, when snow falls for 17.8 days and typically aggregates up to 71mm (2.8") of snow.

How much does it snow in London in January?

In London, in January, snow falls for 17.8 days, with typically accumulated 71mm (2.8") of snow.

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

The average day length in January is 9h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in London?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, in London, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in London?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in London?

The average sunshine duration in January is 2.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in London?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in London, Canada.

How high is the UV index in January in London?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in London, Canada, is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
London, Canada

Average temperature in January - London, Canada
  • Average high temperature in January: -2.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (25.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-2.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -8.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (15.4°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (-8.2°C).

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Average pressure in January
London, Canada

Average pressure in January - London, Canada
  • Average pressure in January: 1017.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1013.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
London, Canada

Average wind speed in January - London, Canada
  • Average wind speed in January: 17.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (17.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.4km/h).

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Average humidity in January
London, Canada

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (75%).

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Average rainfall in January
London, Canada

Average rainfall in January - London, Canada
  • Average rainfall in January: 27mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (45mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (20mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
London, Canada

Average rainfall days in January - London, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (5.7 days).

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Average snowfall in January
London, Canada

Average snowfall in January - London, Canada
  • Average snowfall in January: 71mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (71mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
London, Canada

Average snowfall days in January - London, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in January: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - London, Canada
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in January
London, Canada

Average sunshine days in January - London, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in January: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
London, Canada

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
London, Canada

Average cloud cover in January - London, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in January: 76

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in January
London, Canada

Average visibility in January - London, Canada
  • Average visibility in January: 8km

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

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