January weather forecast
Medicine Hat, Canada

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Medicine Hat, Canada, with temperature in the range of an average high of -3°C (26.6°F) and an average low of -10.2°C (13.6°F).

Temperature

The advent of January denotes an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold -3°C (26.6°F), subtly different from December's -3.6°C (25.5°F). In January, the recorded average low-temperature is an extreme cold -10.2°C (13.6°F).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

January and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 2.8 days and typically aggregates up to 12mm (0.47") of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Medicine Hat. In Medicine Hat, in January, during 11.2 snowfall days, 84mm (3.31") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Medicine Hat, Canada, there are 62.5 snowfall days, and 538mm (21.18") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Medicine Hat, the average length of the day in January is 8h and 40min.
On the first day of January in Medicine Hat, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:14 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.1h.

UV index

January and February, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in January transforms into this advice:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January in Medicine Hat?

Medicine Hat in January has an average high-temperature of -3°C (26.6°F) and an average low-temperature of -10.2°C (13.6°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Medicine Hat?

In January, the average relative humidity in Medicine Hat is 82%.

What is the driest month in Medicine Hat?

January and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 2.8 days and typically aggregates up to 12mm (0.47") of rain.

How much does it rain in Medicine Hat in January?

In Medicine Hat, Canada, in January, it is raining for 2.8 days, with typically 12mm (0.47") of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Medicine Hat?

In Medicine Hat, during January, snow falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 84mm (3.31") of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Medicine Hat?

In Medicine Hat, Canada, the average day length in January is 8h and 40min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Medicine Hat?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, in Medicine Hat, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:14 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Medicine Hat have in January?

In Medicine Hat, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Medicine Hat?

The months with the lowest UV index in Medicine Hat are January and February, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in January in Medicine Hat?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Medicine Hat is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Medicine Hat, Canada

Average temperature in January - Medicine Hat, Canada
  • Average high temperature in January: -3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (26.8°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are February and December (-3.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -10.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-10.8°C).

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Average pressure in January
Medicine Hat, Canada

Average pressure in January - Medicine Hat, Canada
  • Average pressure in January: 1019.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1020.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1010.1mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Medicine Hat, Canada

Average wind speed in January - Medicine Hat, Canada
  • Average wind speed in January: 17.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (17.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (13.2km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Medicine Hat, Canada

Average humidity in January - Medicine Hat, Canada
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (45%).

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Average rainfall in January
Medicine Hat, Canada

Average rainfall in January - Medicine Hat, Canada
  • Average rainfall in January: 12mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (46mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (12mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Medicine Hat, Canada

Average rainfall days in January - Medicine Hat, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Medicine Hat, Canada

Average snowfall in January - Medicine Hat, Canada
  • Average snowfall in January: 84mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (100mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Medicine Hat, Canada

Average snowfall days in January - Medicine Hat, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Medicine Hat, Canada

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Medicine Hat, Canada
  • Average daylight in January: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Medicine Hat, Canada

Average sunshine days in January - Medicine Hat, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.7 days).

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Average UV index in January
Medicine Hat, Canada

Average UV index in January - Medicine Hat, Canada
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and February (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Medicine Hat, Canada

Average cloud cover in January - Medicine Hat, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in January: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 19).

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Average visibility in January
Medicine Hat, Canada

Average visibility in January - Medicine Hat, 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).

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