January weather forecast
Winnipeg, Canada

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Weather in January

In January, Winnipeg's winter is at peak with the temperatures falling as low as -18.5°C (-1.3°F) and not rising above -11.3°C (11.7°F). The weather is largely characterized by cloudy skies, regularly snowy with relative humidity at its peak. The daylight hours are limited, limiting outdoor activities. Despite these conditions, Winnipeg experiences average wind speeds of 15.4km/h (9.6mph), necessitating warm clothing throughout the day.

Temperature

Winnipeg witnesses the coldest weather in January, with temperatures averaging a high of -11.3°C (11.7°F) and a low of -18.5°C (-1.3°F).

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 92%, are the most humid months in Winnipeg.

Rainfall

In Winnipeg, in January, it is raining for 1.8 days, with typically 14mm (0.55") of accumulated precipitation. In Winnipeg, Canada, during the entire year, the rain falls for 101.8 days and collects up to 395mm (15.55") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Winnipeg. In January, it is snowing for 13.7 days. Throughout January, 83mm (3.27") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Winnipeg, there are 73.2 snowfall days, and 479mm (18.86") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 8h and 40min.
On the first day of January in Winnipeg, sunrise is at 8:26 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 2.5h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Winnipeg. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in January leads to these guidelines:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Winnipeg?

Temperature readings in Winnipeg, Canada, reach their annual highs in January, averaging -11.3°C (11.7°F) and a minimum average of -18.5°C (-1.3°F).

How cold is January in Winnipeg?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Winnipeg, Canada, during January are -11.3°C (11.7°F) and -18.5°C (-1.3°F) respectively.

What are the most humid months in Winnipeg?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 92%, are most humid months in Winnipeg.

What is the average humidity in January in Winnipeg?

In Winnipeg, Canada, the average relative humidity in January is 92%.

How much does it rain in Winnipeg in January?

In Winnipeg, Canada, in January, it is raining for 1.8 days, with typically 14mm (0.55") of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Winnipeg?

In Winnipeg, Canada, during January, snow falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 83mm (3.27") of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Winnipeg?

The average day length in January in Winnipeg, Canada, is 8h and 40min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Winnipeg?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:26 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, in Winnipeg, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Winnipeg?

With an average of 2.5h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Winnipeg.

How many hours of sunshine does Winnipeg have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Winnipeg is 2.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Winnipeg?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Winnipeg?

In Winnipeg, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Winnipeg, Canada

Average temperature in January - Winnipeg, Canada
  • Average high temperature in January: -11.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (25.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-11.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -18.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (14.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-18.5°C).

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Average pressure in January
Winnipeg, Canada

Average pressure in January - Winnipeg, Canada
  • Average pressure in January: 1019.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1020.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1010.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Winnipeg, Canada

Average wind speed in January - Winnipeg, Canada
  • Average wind speed in January: 15.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (16km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (12.8km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Winnipeg, Canada

Average humidity in January - Winnipeg, Canada
  • Average humidity in January: 92%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and August (63%).

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Average rainfall in January
Winnipeg, Canada

Average rainfall in January - Winnipeg, Canada
  • Average rainfall in January: 14mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (70mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (10mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Winnipeg, Canada

Average rainfall days in January - Winnipeg, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in January: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.2 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Winnipeg, Canada

Average snowfall in January - Winnipeg, Canada
  • Average snowfall in January: 83mm

The month with the highest snowfall is November (91mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Winnipeg, Canada

Average snowfall days in January - Winnipeg, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.7 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
Winnipeg, Canada

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Winnipeg, 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: 2h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Winnipeg, Canada

Average sunshine days in January - Winnipeg, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).

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Average UV index in January
Winnipeg, Canada

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

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Winnipeg, Canada

Average cloud cover in January - Winnipeg, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in January: 74

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in January
Winnipeg, Canada

Average visibility in January - Winnipeg, Canada
  • Average visibility in January: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are August and September (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (7km).

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