January weather forecast
Powell River, Canada

January

Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Powell River, Canada, with an average temperature varying between 4.8°C (40.6°F) and 1.8°C (35.2°F).

Temperature

The weather during January records an average high-temperature of a still wintry 4.8°C (40.6°F), closely mirroring the preceding month. Powell River experiences a subtle drop in temperature during the January nights, recording an average of 1.8°C (35.2°F).

Humidity

January is the most humid month in Powell River, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Powell River is January, when the rain falls for 18.8 days and typically aggregates up to 160mm (6.3") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Powell River, Canada, in January, snow falls for 3.6 days, with typically accumulated 77mm (3.03") of snow. Throughout the year, in Powell River, Canada, there are 20.5 snowfall days, and 331mm (13.03") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Powell River, the average seawater temperature in January is 7.8°C (46°F).
Note: Beware when you're in 7.8°C (46°F) waters; 13°C (55.4°F) is chilling and anything below 10°C (50°F) could cause breathing hindrance and a sudden cold shock, given your physical condition.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 8h and 41min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:10 pm PST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Powell River, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Powell River are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Powell River in January?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Powell River, Canada, during January are 4.8°C (40.6°F) and 1.8°C (35.2°F) respectively.
What is the most humid month in Powell River?
January is the most humid month in Powell River, with an average relative humidity of 84%.
What is the average humidity in January in Powell River?
In January, the average relative humidity in Powell River is 84%.
What is the wettest month in Powell River?
The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 18.8 days and typically aggregates up to 160mm (6.3") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in Powell River in January?
In Powell River, in January, it is raining for 18.8 days, with typically 160mm (6.3") of accumulated precipitation.
How many days does it snow in January in Powell River?
In Powell River, Canada, in January, snow falls for 3.6 days, with typically accumulated 77mm (3.03") of snow.
What is the sea water temperature in January in Powell River?
In Powell River, Canada, in January, the average water temperature is 7.8°C (46°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.
What is the average length of the day in January in Powell River?
The average day length in January is 8h and 41min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Powell River?
In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, in Powell River, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:10 pm PST.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Powell River?
With an average of 4.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.
How long on average sun shines in January in Powell River?
In Powell River, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.1h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Powell River?
The months with the lowest UV index in Powell River, Canada, are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
What is the UV index reading in January in Powell River?
In Powell River, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading 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
Powell River, Canada
  • Average high temperature in January: 4.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (20.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (4.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 1.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (1.1°C).

Average pressure in January
Powell River, Canada
  • Average pressure in January: 1017mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1017.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1014.9mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Powell River, Canada
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7km/h).

Average humidity in January
Powell River, Canada
  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Powell River, Canada
  • Average rainfall in January: 160mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (160mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (32mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Powell River, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in January: 18.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Powell River, Canada
  • Average snowfall in January: 77mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (117mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Powell River, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Powell River, Canada
  • Average sea temperature in January: 7.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (12.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (7.3°C).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Powell River, 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: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Powell River, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in January: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (8.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Powell River, Canada
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Powell River, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in January: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in January
Powell River, Canada
  • Average visibility in January: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July and August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (9km).

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