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Quebec City weather in January (Quebec, Canada)

How is the weather in Quebec City in January? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Quebec City typically experiences very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. January is a winter month. Anticipate daytime temperatures around -6°C, while night temperatures can drop to -16°C. It's often the coldest month of the year, a perfect time to cozy up indoors. Make sure to bring along suitable winter clothing.

Quebec City in January usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 94 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 15 days of the month will see snowfall.

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 98 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days

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

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

 

Quebec City, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -16°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -6°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 51%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 94 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 67%  
SunshineSunshine 98 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 35%  

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 Quebec City in January?

Visitors traveling to Quebec City 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
1/10
Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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