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Canada temperatures in January

January in Canada has maximum daytime temperatures ranging from very low in Alert with -27°C to low temperatures in Ucluelet with 9°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 4°C in Ucluelet and -33°C in Alert. January is a winter month. On average, it is one of the coldest months of the year.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Canada in January?

Discover the typical January temperatures for the most popular locations of Canada on the map below. Detailed insights are just a click away.

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Very warm means maximum temperatures above 30°C. Warm: 22°C to 30°C. Pleasant: 18°C to 22°C Moderate: 12°C to 18°C. Cold: 2°C to 12°C. Very cold: lower than 2°C

  • What is the warmest city in January in Canada?
    • Ucluelet tops the warmest city list in our database with average maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C and a minimum nighttime temperature of around 4°C.

  • What is the coldest city in January in Canada?
    • According to our data, Alert holds the title for the coldest city in Canada in January. It experiences maximum temperatures of approximately -27°C and drops to lows of about -33°C during the night.

  • How much sun does Canada get in January?
    • Most cities witness limited sunny days, expect roughly 85 hours of sunlight in Toronto. This subdued sunlight is perfect for those who prefer cooler, cloudier weather rather than intense sunny days.

  • What is the water's temperature in January?
    • The water temperature averages approximately 7°C in Prince Rupert this month, so not the best month to swim.

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