January weather forecast
Nanaimo, Canada

January

Weather in January

January is the kick-start of the rainy season in Nanaimo, Canada which often results in a dense cloak of cloud cover over the quaint city. The temperatures during this month rarely drop to extreme lows, though there are occasional snowfalls adding a frosty hue to the scenic backdrop. The noticeable snowfall adds up to 210mm (8.27") and accumulates during 3.1 days on average. Widespread showers and icy conditions persist, making the navigation a bit difficult for the residents. The winter gear is essential to ensure comfort during this brisk weather.

Temperature

Nanaimo indicates an average high-temperature of a still chilly 6.9°C (44.4°F) in January, showing minor variation from December's 6.3°C (43.3°F). Throughout January, an average nighttime temperature of 0.1°C (32.2°F) is experienced.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 81.5%.

Rainfall

In Nanaimo, in January, during 18 rainfall days, 168mm (6.61") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 170.1 rainfall days, and 1098mm (43.23") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 3.1 days and typically aggregates up to 210mm (8.27") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Nanaimo, the average seawater temperature in January is 7.3°C (45.1°F).
Note: Swimming in 7.3°C (45.1°F) feels unbearing at 13°C (55.4°F) and can be life-risking below 10°C (50°F), causing breathing issues and cold shock, depending on a person's capacity.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 8h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:10 pm PST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 1.8h.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in January?
The high-temperature, in January, in Nanaimo, records 6.9°C (44.4°F), while the low-temperature is 0.1°C (32.2°F).
What is the average humidity in January?
In January, the average relative humidity is 81.5%.
How much does it rain in January?
In January, the rain falls for 18 days. Throughout January, 168mm (6.61") of precipitation is accumulated.
When does it snow the most?
January is the month with the most snowfall in Nanaimo. Snow falls for 3.1 days and accumulates 210mm (8.27") of snow.
How much does it snow in Nanaimo in January?
In Nanaimo, during January, snow falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 210mm (8.27") of snow.
What is the sea water temperature in January?
In Nanaimo, in January, the average water temperature is 7.3°C (45.1°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.
How many hours of daylight does Nanaimo have in January?
The average day length in January is 8h and 46min.
When are sunrise and sunset in January?
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:10 pm PST.
How long on average sun shines in January in Nanaimo?
In January, the average sunshine duration is 1.8h.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average sea temperature
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average temperature in January - Nanaimo, Canada
Average temperature in January
Nanaimo, Canada
  • Average high temperature in January: 6.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (24.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (6.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 0.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (-0.2°C).

Average humidity in January - Nanaimo, Canada
Average humidity in January
Nanaimo, Canada
  • Average humidity in January: 81.5%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (83.2%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (52.1%).

Average rainfall in January - Nanaimo, Canada
Average rainfall in January
Nanaimo, Canada
  • Average rainfall in January: 167.8mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (186.5mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (25.4mm).

Average rainfall days in January - Nanaimo, Canada
Average rainfall days in January
Nanaimo, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in January: 18 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in January - Nanaimo, Canada
Average snowfall in January
Nanaimo, Canada
  • Average snowfall in January: 210mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (210mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January - Nanaimo, Canada
Average snowfall days in January
Nanaimo, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (3.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January - Nanaimo, Canada
Average sea temperature in January
Nanaimo, Canada
  • Average sea temperature in January: 7.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (11.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (7.2°C).

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

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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 1h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 36min).

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