January Rainfall and Precipitation in Newfoundland and Labrador
Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada in January.
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
Newfoundland and Labrador precipitation in January: frequently asked questions
How much snow/rainfall does Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada receive in January?
In January, St. John's typically receives significant snow/rainfall, averaging around 133 mm (5.2 in). Expect a mix of wet and dry days with occasional showers.
How many days does it rain in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada in January?
On average, St. John's has about 19 days days of rain in January.
Is January part of the rainy season in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada?
No. January sits outside the typical rainy season in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada, so you can expect drier conditions overall.
What is the wettest city in January in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada?
Looking at our data, Fortune tops the wettest-cities list in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada for January, with monthly snow/rainfall averaging 153 mm (6 in).
What is the driest city in January in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada?
Battle Harbour is the driest city we have data for in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada in January, with monthly snowfall close to 99 mm (3.9 in).
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