Penticton weather in January (British Columbia, Canada)

How is January weather typically in Penticton? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

In January, Penticton tends to experience very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. January is known for being in the winter season. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around -0°C. But by evening, they drop to around -6°C. Prepare for the coldest month of the year by packing warm and cozy winter cloths.

Precipitation

Penticton in January usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 71 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 11 days of snow.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 39 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Penticton. June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Penticton, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -6°C  

Max Temperature -0°C  

Chance of Rain 37%  

Precipitation 71 mm  

Rainy days 11 days  

Humidity 76% *  

Sunshine 39 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 15% *  

Data from: Kelowna, Canada (43 KM, 27 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

Temperatures

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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 Penticton 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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