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Abbotsford Weather in January

Abbotsford in January sees low daytime temperatures of 7°C (45°F) and nighttime lows of 1°C (34°F). With the highest rainfall of the year it is wise to pack an umbrella and expect frequent showers.

Rainfall in Abbotsford in January

With the year's heaviest rain occurring this month, it's best to be equipped with a poncho to handle the frequent downpours. Expect around 20 days of rain based on historical data, with 196 mm (7.7 in) average. This is a wet month with frequent and often heavy showers. Both the number of rain days and the total rainfall are high.

Temperature in Abbotsford in January

Abbotsford in January gets highs of 7°C (45°F) during the day and drops to 1°C (34°F) at night. The winter season is characteristic of January. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. With overnight lows of 1°C (34°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Abbotsford in January

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 63 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Abbotsford. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Abbotsford Temperature in January

Min Temperature
1°C (34°F)
Max Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Chance of Rain
66%
Precipitation
196 mm (7.7 in)
Rainy days
20 days
Sunshine
63 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: Bellingham, the United States of America (34 KM, 21 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Abbotsford in January

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Abbotsford in January. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. Sunglasses aren't essential this month, though you might want them for the occasional bright moment.

What To Do in Abbotsford in January

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    4/10
  • Cycling
    4/10
  • Walking
    4/10
  • Camping
    3/10
  • Outdoor sports
    4/10

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