January weather forecast
Smithers, Canada

January

Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Smithers, Canada, is a freezing cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average low of -11.3°C (11.7°F) and an average high of -4.9°C (23.2°F).

Temperature

Upon the beginning of January, Smithers's high-temperatures register at a still freezing cold -4.9°C (23.2°F), closely mirroring the preceding month. Smithers experiences an average low-temperature of -11.3°C (11.7°F) in month of January.

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 97%.

Rainfall

In Smithers, during January, the rain falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 40mm (1.57") of precipitation. In Smithers, Canada, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.7 days and collects up to 516mm (20.31") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Smithers. The month with the most snowfall in Smithers, Canada, is January, when snow falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 242mm (9.53") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 7h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:51 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 5:03 pm PST.

Sunshine

With an average of 2.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Smithers.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Smithers in January?
In Smithers, in January, the average high-temperature is -4.9°C (23.2°F), and the average low-temperature is -11.3°C (11.7°F).
What is the most humid month in Smithers?
The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 97%.
What is the average humidity in January in Smithers?
In January, the average relative humidity in Smithers, Canada, is 97%.
How much does it rain in Smithers in January?
In Smithers, Canada, in January, it is raining for 5.9 days, with typically 40mm (1.57") of accumulated precipitation.
When does it snow the most in Smithers?
The month with the most snowfall in Smithers, Canada, is January, when snow falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 242mm (9.53") of snow.
How many days does it snow in January in Smithers?
In Smithers, Canada, in January, snow falls for 16.8 days, with typically accumulated 242mm (9.53") of snow.
How many hours of daylight does Smithers have in January?
The average day length in January in Smithers, Canada, is 7h and 58min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Smithers?
In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:51 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 5:03 pm PST.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Smithers?
The month with the least sunshine in Smithers, Canada, is January, with an average of 2.1h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Smithers have in January?
In Smithers, Canada, the average sunshine duration in January is 2.1h.
When is the lowest UV index in Smithers?
The months with the lowest UV index in Smithers are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.
How high is the UV index in January in Smithers?
The average daily maximum UV index in January in Smithers, Canada, is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Smithers, Canada
  • Average high temperature in January: -4.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (-6°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -11.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (5.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-13.3°C).

Average pressure in January
Smithers, Canada
  • Average pressure in January: 1016.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1018.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1013.7mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Smithers, Canada
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (6km/h).

Average humidity in January
Smithers, Canada
  • Average humidity in January: 97%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (97%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Smithers, Canada
  • Average rainfall in January: 40mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (58mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (24mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Smithers, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Smithers, Canada
  • Average snowfall in January: 242mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (242mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Smithers, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in January: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (18.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Smithers, Canada
  • Average daylight in January: 8h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Smithers, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are February and December (12.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (6.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Smithers, Canada
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Smithers, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in January: 79

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 79).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in January
Smithers, Canada
  • Average visibility in January: 3km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July and August (8km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (3km).

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