Ile d'Orleans Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Ile d'Orleans, Canada in January.

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Saint-Jean Sainte-Famille St-Pierre-de-l'Île-d'Orléans

Planning a trip to Ile d'Orleans, Canada this January? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Ile d'Orleans in January

Ile d'Orleans, Canada is a region in Canada. January in Ile d'Orleans generally has very cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

You can expect very cold maximum daytime temperatures of around -6°C (21°F) and nighttime temperatures around -17°C (1°F) in Saint-Jean. 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 specific regional insights in Ile d'Orleans, Canada, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

January is a moderate rainy month with an average snowfall of around 92 mm (3.6 in) in Saint-Jean.

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Saint-Jean receives around 98 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

Explore Ile d'Orleans by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Ile d'Orleans — and find the best time to visit. (based on Saint-Jean)

January-6°C (21°F) February-5°C (23°F) March1°C (34°F) April9°C (48°F) May18°C (64°F) This monthJune23°C (73°F) July25°C (77°F) August24°C (75°F) September20°C (68°F) October12°C (54°F) November4°C (39°F) December-2°C (28°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Ile d'Orleans in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Ile d'Orleans.

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 Ile d'Orleans

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Ile d'Orleans, Canada?

Temperature range in Ile d'Orleans (January)

Precipitation variation in Ile d'Orleans (January)

Saint-Jean

In January Saint-Jean generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -6°C (21°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -17°C (1°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
-12°C (10°F)
-17°C (1°F)
-15°C (5°F)
Monthly sun hours
83 hours
98 hours
120 hours
Monthly snowfall
112 mm (4.4 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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Sainte-Famille

In January Sainte-Famille generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -7°C (19°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -17°C (1°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Min temperature
-12°C (10°F)
-17°C (1°F)
-16°C (3°F)
Monthly sun hours
83 hours
98 hours
120 hours
Monthly snowfall
114 mm (4.5 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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St-Pierre-de-l'Île-d'Orléans

In January St-Pierre-de-l'Île-d'Orléans generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -6°C (21°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -17°C (1°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)
-4°C (25°F)
Min temperature
-12°C (10°F)
-17°C (1°F)
-15°C (5°F)
Monthly sun hours
83 hours
98 hours
120 hours
Monthly snowfall
113 mm (4.4 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
14 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Ile d'Orleans in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Saint-Jean -6°C (21°F) -17°C (1°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Sainte-Famille -7°C (19°F) -17°C (1°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
St-Pierre-de-l'Île-d'Orléans -6°C (21°F) -17°C (1°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)

Ile d'Orleans weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Ile d'Orleans, Canada in January?

Expect poor weather across Ile d'Orleans, Canada in January. The popular destination of Saint-Jean averages -6°C (21°F) by day and -17°C (1°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Ile d'Orleans, Canada in January?

Daytime temperatures in Saint-Jean peak at roughly -6°C (21°F) in January, dropping to about -17°C (1°F) overnight.

Does Ile d'Orleans, Canada get a lot of snow in January?

Not particularly. Saint-Jean averages just 92 mm (3.6 in) of snow in January, making it a mostly dry month for Ile d'Orleans, Canada.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Ile d'Orleans, Canada?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Saint-Jean, January may not be the ideal time to visit Ile d'Orleans, Canada.

Generally speaking, June, July, August and September provide pleasant weather in Saint-Jean. 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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