January weather forecastSydney, Canada
January
Weather in January
January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Sydney, Canada, with an average temperature fluctuating between -6.3°C (20.7°F) and -0.9°C (30.4°F).Temperature
The move into January indicates a slight reduction in the average high-temperature, down from December's icy 2.5°C (36.5°F) to a freezing cold -0.9°C (30.4°F). January nights in Sydney experience a consistent temperature drop to -6.3°C (20.7°F).Humidity
In January, the average relative humidity is 85%.Rainfall
In Sydney, in January, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 61mm (2.4") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 148.9 rainfall days, and 651mm (25.63") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Sydney, during January, snow falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 87mm (3.43") of snow. In Sydney, during the entire year, snow falls for 60.9 days and aggregates up to 428mm (16.85") of snow.Sea temperature
In January, the average sea temperature in Sydney, Canada, is 1.7°C (35.1°F).Note: In swimming undertakings, this is deemed life-threatening and highly risky. The cold water induces intense discomfort and leads to swift hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is indispensable to decrease thermal injuries.
Daylight
The average length of the day in January in Sydney is 9h and 7min.On the first day of January in Sydney, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:03 pm AST.
Sunshine
January has the least sunshine of the year in Sydney, with an average of 2.9h of sunshine.UV index
January, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Sydney. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during January translates into the following directions:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Sydney, Canada
- Average high temperature in January: -0.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (22.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-1.5°C).
- Average low temperature in January: -6.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-7.3°C).
Average pressure in January
Sydney, Canada
- Average pressure in January: 1010.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1016.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.6mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Sydney, Canada
- Average wind speed in January: 20.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (20.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (14km/h).
Average humidity in January
Sydney, Canada
- Average humidity in January: 85%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May, August and September (81%).
Average rainfall in January
Sydney, Canada
- Average rainfall in January: 61mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (68mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (37mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Sydney, Canada
- Average rainfall days in January: 8.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.9 days).
Average snowfall in January
Sydney, Canada
- Average snowfall in January: 87mm
The month with the highest snowfall is March (117mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in January
Sydney, Canada
- Average snowfall days in January: 14.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in January
Sydney, Canada
- Average sea temperature in January: 1.7°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (17.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (-0.8°C).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Sydney, Canada
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in January: 2h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in January
Sydney, Canada
- Average sunshine days in January: 9.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (9.7 days).
Average UV index in January
Sydney, Canada
- Average UV index in January: 1
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, March and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Sydney, Canada
- Average cloud cover in January: 71
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).
Average visibility in January
Sydney, Canada
- Average visibility in January: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
