Ontario weather in January
Thinking about venturing to Ontario this January and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in Ontario in January?
Ontario is a region in Canada. The weather in Ontario in January can be quite varied, with very cold temperatures and precipitation levels ranging from low to high. January falls during the winter season.
The average maximum temperatures are very cold and range from -12°C in Red Lake to 1°C in Saint Catharines. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -6°C in Saint Catharines and -21°C in Red Lake. 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.
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snowfall in Kenora with an average of 27 mm to high snowfall in Kincardine with 103 mm. Toronto experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 85 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 Ontario, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Ontario's yearly weather, check out our Ontario climate page.
Where to go in Ontario in January
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Popular destinations in Ontario
What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Ontario?
Average weather in Toronto
In January Toronto generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Ottawa
In January Ottawa generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -4°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -15°C and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Niagara Falls
In January Niagara Falls generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Mississauga
In January Mississauga generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Niagara on the Lake
In January Niagara on the Lake generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. 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 Ontario, in Canada.
Is January the best time to visit Ontario?
In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Ontario with often poor weather in Toronto.
On average, the best time to visit Ontario is in June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Toronto. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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