Newfoundland and Labrador weather in January
Considering a trip to Newfoundland and Labrador this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Newfoundland and Labrador in January?
Newfoundland and Labrador is a region in Canada. January in Newfoundland and Labrador generally has very cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. During January, winter is in full swing.
The average maximum temperatures are very cold and range from -5°C in Battle Harbour to 2°C in Fortune. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -4°C in Fortune and -13°C in Battle Harbour. In many areas in Canada, January brings with it chilling temperatures. When visiting these parts during this time, it's of utmost importance to be ready. Choose clothing that is both layered and insulating to combat the cold effectively.
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Battle Harbour with an average of 99 mm to high snowfall in Fortune with 153 mm. St. John's experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 65 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who prefer dimmer, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days
For a closer look at January's conditions in Newfoundland and Labrador, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Newfoundland and Labrador's yearly weather, check out our Newfoundland and Labrador climate page.
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Average weather in St. John's
In January St. John's generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Bonavista
In January Bonavista generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Trinity
In January Trinity generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -0°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Corner Brook
In January Corner Brook generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -11°C and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Gander
In January Gander generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -11°C and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Newfoundland and Labrador, in Canada.
Is January the best time to visit Newfoundland and Labrador?
In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Newfoundland and Labrador with often poor weather in St. John's.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in August offering mostly perfect weather in St. John's. The weather in January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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