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Port Colborne Weather in January

With daytime temperatures of 1°C (34°F) and nighttime lows of -6°C (21°F), January in Port Colborne brings very low temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of snow/rainfall is typical. Around 95 mm (3.7 in) falls on average.

Rainfall in Port Colborne in January

You can expect snow/rain on roughly 15 days based on historical data, averaging 95 mm (3.7 in) for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Port Colborne in January

January in Port Colborne sees highs of 1°C (34°F) and lows of -6°C (21°F) overnight. January is a notable month of the winter season. It stays very cold throughout much of the day, so warm winter clothing is essential. With lows of -6°C (21°F), nights are freezing. Packing a spare blanket is worth considering if you're staying somewhere that might not be fully heated. This month is characterized by its cold weather, so make sure to wear sufficient layers to stay warm.

Sunshine in Port Colborne in January

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 93 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Port Colborne. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Port Colborne Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -6°C (21°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 1°C (34°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 50%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 95 mm (3.7 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 76% *  
SunshineSunshine 93 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 31% *  
* Data from: Buffalo, the United States of America (30 KM, 18 Miles).

Best Places 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 (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Port Colborne in January

Cold weather calls for smart layering in January. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Port Colborne in January

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

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
2/10
Walking
2/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
2/10

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