January weather forecast
Whistler, Canada

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Whistler, Canada, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between -8.8°C (16.2°F) and -1.7°C (28.9°F).

Temperature

Whistler observes an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold -1.7°C (28.9°F) in January, barely different from -2.5°C (27.5°F) in December. The average temperature during January nights in Whistler is registered at a still freezing cold -8.8°C (16.2°F).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Whistler is 94%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 11.8 days and typically aggregates up to 226mm (8.9") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Whistler. In January, in Whistler, it is snowing for 15.8 days. Throughout January, 687mm (27.05") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Whistler, Canada, there are 99.7 snowfall days, and 3792mm (149.29") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Whistler, Canada, the average length of the day in January is 8h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:03 pm PST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Whistler, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in January transforms into the following instructions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Whistler in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Whistler, is -1.7°C (28.9°F), while the low-temperature averages to -8.8°C (16.2°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Whistler?

The average relative humidity in January is 94%.

What is the rainiest month in Whistler?

January is the month with the most rainfall in Whistler. Rain falls for 11.8 days and accumulates 226mm (8.9") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Whistler in January?

In Whistler, in January, during 11.8 rainfall days, 226mm (8.9") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Whistler?

In Whistler, Canada, in January, during 15.8 snowfall days, 687mm (27.05") of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Whistler have in January?

In January, the average day length is 8h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Whistler?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, in Whistler, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:03 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Whistler?

The month with the least sunshine in Whistler, Canada, is January, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Whistler have in January?

In Whistler, Canada, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Whistler?

The months with the lowest UV index in Whistler are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in January in Whistler?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Whistler is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Whistler, Canada

Average temperature in January - Whistler, Canada
  • Average high temperature in January: -1.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (19°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (-2.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -8.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (5.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-10.6°C).

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Average pressure in January
Whistler, Canada

Average pressure in January - Whistler, Canada
  • Average pressure in January: 1018.4mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (1018.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1015.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Whistler, Canada

Average wind speed in January - Whistler, Canada
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.2km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and November (7.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Whistler, Canada

Average humidity in January - Whistler, Canada
  • Average humidity in January: 94%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (95%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

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Average rainfall in January
Whistler, Canada

Average rainfall in January - Whistler, Canada
  • Average rainfall in January: 226mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (226mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (60mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Whistler, Canada

Average rainfall days in January - Whistler, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (23.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (9.5 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Whistler, Canada

Average snowfall in January - Whistler, Canada
  • Average snowfall in January: 687mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (848mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Whistler, Canada

Average snowfall days in January - Whistler, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in January: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (19.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Whistler, Canada

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Whistler, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Whistler, Canada

Average sunshine days in January - Whistler, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in January: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (4.5 days).

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Average UV index in January
Whistler, Canada

Average UV index in January - Whistler, Canada
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Whistler, Canada

Average cloud cover in January - Whistler, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in January: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in January
Whistler, Canada

Average visibility in January - Whistler, Canada
  • Average visibility in January: 5km

The months with the highest visibility are July, August and September (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5km).

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