Charlottetown weather in January (Prince Edward Island, Canada)

What can you expect from the weather in Charlottetown during January? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Charlottetown generally has very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. January is a winter month. Daytime temperatures hover around -2°C, while nights can cool down to about -10°C. It is a very cold month, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm. It's always better to be prepared than to find oneself shivering in the cold.

Charlottetown in January usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 96 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 16 days of snow are anticipated.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 109 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Charlottetown. June, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Charlottetown climate page with graphs.

 

Charlottetown, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -10°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -2°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 53%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 96 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
SunshineSunshine 109 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 38%  

Where to go in Canada in January

Find out more about the weather in Canada in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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

So, what should you wear in Charlottetown in January?

Visitors traveling to Charlottetown should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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