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Sudbury Weather in January

January in Sudbury brings very low temperatures around -6°C (21°F) during the day, dropping to -17°C (1°F) at night, with some snowfall expected.

Rainfall in Sudbury in January

Snow is expected on roughly 14 days, totalling around 60 mm (2.4 in) for the month. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in Sudbury in January

Daytime temperatures in Sudbury reach -6°C (21°F) in January, dropping to -17°C (1°F) at night. The month of January belongs to the winter season. Expect a distinctly cold feel throughout the day, not just overnight. With lows of -17°C (1°F), nights are freezing. Packing a spare blanket is worth considering if you're staying somewhere that might not be fully heated. During the coldest month of the year, be prepared to bundle up with heavy winter gear.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Sudbury. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Sudbury Temperature in January

Min Temperature
-17°C (1°F)
Max Temperature
-6°C (21°F)
Chance of Rain
45%
Precipitation
60 mm (2.4 in)
Rainy days
14 days

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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).

What to Wear in Sudbury in January

We recommend you pack up your warm winter gear for Sudbury in January. If you have insulated boots, thermal layers, and a heavy winter coat that can handle snow and freezing temperatures it's smart to bring them. Don't forget gloves, a warm hat, and a scarf. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket.

What To Do in Sudbury in January

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Cycling
    1/10
  • Walking
    1/10
  • Barbeque
    1/10
  • Camping
    1/10
  • Outdoor sports
    1/10

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