Merritt weather in January (British Columbia, Canada)

Wondering what the weather is like in Merritt during January? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

Typically, January in Merritt includes very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. January is typically considered a winter month. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately -1°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around -8°C. As one of the coldest months, it's important to layer up to stay warm. Don't let the chill catch you off-guard.

Precipitation

Merritt in January usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 79 mm for the month. Expect around 12 days of snow based on historical data.

Average sunshine

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 56 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Merritt. July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Merritt, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -8°C  

Max Temperature -1°C  

Chance of Rain 39%  

Precipitation 79 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 73% *  

Sunshine 56 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 20% *  

Data from: Kamloops, Canada (70 KM, 43 Miles).

Where to go in Canada in January

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

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 this month?

Visitors traveling to Merritt 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.

Swimming

1/10

Cycling

1/10

Walking

1/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

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