January weather forecast
Nanaimo, Canada

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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

In the transition from December to January, Nanaimo reports an average high-temperature of a still chilly 6.9°C (44.4°F), indicating a close resemblance to the prior month. During January, the temperature is averaged to a low of 0.1°C (32.2°F) at night.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Nanaimo is 81.5%.

Rainfall

In Nanaimo, in January, it is raining for 18 days, with typically 168mm (6.61") of accumulated precipitation. In Nanaimo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170.1 days and collects up to 1098mm (43.23") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.1 days and accumulates 210mm (8.27") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Nanaimo, the average seawater temperature in January is 7.3°C (45.1°F).
Note: Entering waters of 7.3°C (45.1°F) is life-endangering. A mere moment in 13°C (55.4°F) waters feels piercing cold, and below 10°C (50°F) it can lead to immediate cold shock and cessation of breathing control, depending on body resilience.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 8h and 46min.
On the first day of January in Nanaimo, 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.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 1.8h.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Nanaimo in January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Nanaimo, is 6.9°C (44.4°F) and the average low-temperature is 0.1°C (32.2°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Nanaimo?

The average relative humidity in January is 81.5%.

How much does it rain in Nanaimo in January?

In Nanaimo, during January, the rain falls for 18 days and regularly aggregates up to 168mm (6.61") of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Nanaimo?

The month with the most snowfall in Nanaimo is January, when snow falls for 3.1 days and typically aggregates up to 210mm (8.27") of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Nanaimo?

In Nanaimo, in January, snow falls for 3.1 days, with typically accumulated 210mm (8.27") of snow.

What is the sea water temperature in January in Nanaimo?

In January, the average sea temperature in Nanaimo is 7.3°C (45.1°F). Swimming in 7.3°C (45.1°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

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

The average day length in January in Nanaimo, Canada, is 8h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Nanaimo?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, in Nanaimo, Canada, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:10 pm PST.

How many hours of sunshine does Nanaimo have in January?

In Nanaimo, the average sunshine duration in January is 1.8h.
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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).

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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%).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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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