Metchosin weather in January (British Columbia, Canada)

How is the weather in Metchosin in January? This guide provides all the details you need.

In January, Metchosin typically experiences low temperatures and heavy rainfall. January is a winter month. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 8°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 4°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Ensure you're prepared by packing appropriate winter gear.

Metchosin in January usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 189 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 19 days of the month will see rainfall.

The city usually sees around 75 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Metchosin. July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Metchosin, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 4°C  

Max Temperature 8°C  

Chance of Rain 63%  

Precipitation 189 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Humidity 78% *  

Sunshine 75 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 27% *  

* Data from: Victoria, Canada (13 KM, 8 Miles).

Where to go in Canada in January

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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 Metchosin in January?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

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

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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