Okanagan Valley Weather in January

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

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Kelowna Penticton Vernon Osoyoos

Planning a getaway to the Okanagan Valley, Canada this January and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in the Okanagan Valley in January

The Okanagan Valley, Canada is a region in Canada. January in the Okanagan Valley generally has very cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. January falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect very cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 0°C (32°F) and nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) in Kelowna. 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.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of the Okanagan Valley, Canada, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Osoyoos with an average of 30 mm (1.2 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Peachland with 76 mm (3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more limited in many areas during this month. Kelowna receives about 39 hours of sunlight. For sunnier weather, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore the Okanagan Valley by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Okanagan Valley - and find the best time to visit. (based on Kelowna)

January0°C (32°F) February3°C (37°F) March7°C (45°F) April11°C (52°F) May16°C (61°F) June19°C (66°F) July24°C (75°F) This monthAugust24°C (75°F) September20°C (68°F) October12°C (54°F) November5°C (41°F) December1°C (34°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Okanagan Valley in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Okanagan Valley.

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 the Okanagan Valley

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

Temperature range in the Okanagan Valley (January)

Precipitation variation in the Okanagan Valley (January)

Kelowna

In January Kelowna generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
0°C (32°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
35 hours
39 hours
80 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
9 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Kelowna →

Penticton

In January Penticton generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
0°C (32°F)
0°C (32°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
35 hours
39 hours
80 hours
Monthly snowfall
80 mm (3.1 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
9 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Penticton →

Vernon

In January Vernon generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C (18°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
0°C (32°F)
0°C (32°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly sun hours
35 hours
39 hours
80 hours
Monthly snowfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Vernon →

Osoyoos

In January Osoyoos generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
40 mm (1.6 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
22 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Osoyoos →

Summerland

In January Summerland generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
0°C (32°F)
0°C (32°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
35 hours
39 hours
80 hours
Monthly snowfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
9 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Summerland →

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Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Okanagan Valley in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kelowna 0°C (32°F) -7°C (19°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Penticton 0°C (32°F) -6°C (21°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Vernon 0°C (32°F) -8°C (18°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Osoyoos 1°C (34°F) -4°C (25°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Summerland 0°C (32°F) -7°C (19°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Peachland 0°C (32°F) -7°C (19°F) 76 mm (3 in)

The Okanagan Valley weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Okanagan Valley, Canada in January?

Expect less favorable weather across the Okanagan Valley, Canada in January. The popular destination of Kelowna averages 0°C (32°F) by day and -7°C (19°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in the Okanagan Valley, Canada in January?

Average temperatures in the Okanagan Valley, Canada during January range from a nighttime low near -7°C (19°F) to a daytime high around 0°C (32°F) in Kelowna.

Does the Okanagan Valley, Canada get a lot of snow/rain in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in the Okanagan Valley, Canada during January, with Kelowna averaging close to 68 mm (2.7 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit the Okanagan Valley, Canada?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit the Okanagan Valley, Canada due to the typically less favorable weather in Kelowna.

Generally speaking, July, August and September provide excellent weather in Kelowna. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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