January
Weather in January
Temperature
In Waskaganish, the month of January is known for its lowest average temperatures, reaching a high of -14°C (6.8°F) and a low of -27°C (-16.6°F).Rainfall
In Waskaganish, in January, during 15 rainfall days, 36mm (1.42") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Waskaganish, there are 172 rainfall days, and 708mm (27.87") of precipitation is accumulated.Sea temperature
The months with the coldest seawater are January through April, with an average sea temperature of -2°C (28.4°F).Note: While swimming, this is deemed life-threatening and exceptionally hazardous. The icy water induces intense pain and causes swift hyperventilation. Employing a specialized swimsuit is required to offset thermal harm.
Daylight
In Waskaganish, the average length of the day in January is 8h and 30min.On the first day of January in Waskaganish, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.
Sunshine
In January, the average sunshine in Waskaganish is 2h.UV index
In Waskaganish, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In January, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
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Average temperature in January
Waskaganish, Canada
- Average high temperature in January: -14°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (21°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-14°C).
- Average low temperature in January: -27°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (-27°C).
Average rainfall in January
Waskaganish, Canada
- Average rainfall in January: 36mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (94mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (21mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Waskaganish, Canada
- Average rainfall days in January: 15 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are September, October, November and December (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (10 days).
Average sea temperature in January
Waskaganish, Canada
- Average sea temperature in January: -2°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (4°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March and April (-2°C).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Waskaganish, Canada
- Average daylight in January: 8h and 3min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in January: 2h
The months with the most sunshine are May, June and July (Average sunshine: 7h).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 1h).
Average UV index in January
Waskaganish, Canada
- Average UV index in January: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 0).
