Charlevoix Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Charlevoix, Canada in January.

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La Malbaie Baie-Saint-Paul Saint-Irénée Saint-Siméon

Thinking about venturing to Charlevoix, Canada this January and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Charlevoix in January

Charlevoix, Canada is a region in Canada. January in Charlevoix generally has very cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. The month of January is in the winter season.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very cold and range from -7°C (19°F) in Notre-Dame-des-Monts to -5°C (23°F) in Les Éboulements. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -13°C (9°F) in Les Éboulements and -17°C (1°F) in Notre-Dame-des-Monts. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

For a closer look at conditions across Charlevoix, Canada, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Saint-Siméon with an average of 80 mm (3.1 in) to moderate snowfall in Les Éboulements with 92 mm (3.6 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Charlevoix in January

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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).

Popular Destinations in Charlevoix

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Charlevoix, Canada?

Temperature range in Charlevoix (January)

Precipitation variation in Charlevoix (January)

La Malbaie

In January La Malbaie generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -6°C (21°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -14°C (7°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-14°C (7°F)
-14°C (7°F)
Monthly snowfall
105 mm (4.1 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in La Malbaie →

Baie-Saint-Paul

In January Baie-Saint-Paul generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -6°C (21°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -15°C (5°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Min temperature
-10°C (14°F)
-15°C (5°F)
-14°C (7°F)
Monthly snowfall
110 mm (4.3 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Baie-Saint-Paul →

Saint-Irénée

In January Saint-Irénée generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -5°C (23°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -13°C (9°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Min temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-13°C (9°F)
-13°C (9°F)
Monthly snowfall
109 mm (4.3 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Saint-Irénée →

Saint-Siméon

In January Saint-Siméon generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -6°C (21°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -15°C (5°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-15°C (5°F)
-14°C (7°F)
Monthly snowfall
102 mm (4 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Saint-Siméon →

Les Éboulements

In January Les Éboulements generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -5°C (23°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -13°C (9°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Min temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-13°C (9°F)
-12°C (10°F)
Monthly snowfall
112 mm (4.4 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
8 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Les Éboulements →

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Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Charlevoix in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
La Malbaie -6°C (21°F) -14°C (7°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Baie-Saint-Paul -6°C (21°F) -15°C (5°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Saint-Irénée -5°C (23°F) -13°C (9°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Saint-Siméon -6°C (21°F) -15°C (5°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Les Éboulements -5°C (23°F) -13°C (9°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Saint-Joseph-de-la-Rive -5°C (23°F) -13°C (9°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)

Charlevoix weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Charlevoix, Canada in January?

January in Charlevoix, Canada brings poor weather. In La Malbaie, daytime temperatures are typically around -6°C (21°F) and nighttime lows hover near -14°C (7°F).

What is the average temperature in Charlevoix, Canada in January?

La Malbaie averages a daytime maximum of -6°C (21°F) in January, with overnight lows close to -14°C (7°F).

Does Charlevoix, Canada get a lot of snow in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Charlevoix, Canada during January, with La Malbaie averaging close to 84 mm (3.3 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Charlevoix, Canada?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in La Malbaie, January may not be the ideal time to visit Charlevoix, Canada.

Generally speaking, July and August provide pleasant weather in La Malbaie. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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