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Quesnel Weather in January

January in Quesnel brings very low temperatures around -2°C (28°F) during the day, dropping to -10°C (14°F) at night, with some snowfall expected.

Rainfall in Quesnel in January

Typically, you can expect about 13 days of snow this month, with 53 mm (2.1 in) on average. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Quesnel in January

January in Quesnel sees highs of -2°C (28°F) and lows of -10°C (14°F) overnight. January is typically considered a winter month. Time outdoors is usually more comfortable with proper winter clothing and protection from wind. With lows of -10°C (14°F), nights are freezing. Packing a spare blanket is worth considering if you're staying somewhere that might not be fully heated. Since it's the coldest month of the year, you'll want to bundle up with extra layers and winter clothing.

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

Quesnel Temperature in January

Min Temperature
-10°C (14°F)
Max Temperature
-2°C (28°F)
Chance of Rain
44%
Precipitation
53 mm (2.1 in)
Rainy days
13 days

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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 Quesnel in January

We recommend you pack up your warm winter gear for Quesnel in January. If you have insulated boots, thermal layers, and a heavy winter coat that can handle snow and freezing temperatures it's smart to bring them. Don't forget gloves, a warm hat, and a scarf. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket.

What To Do in Quesnel in January

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

  • Cycling
    1/10
  • Walking
    1/10
  • Barbeque
    1/10
  • Camping
    1/10
  • Outdoor sports
    1/10

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