Victoria weather in January (British Columbia, Canada)

How is January weather typically in Victoria? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In January, the weather in Victoria generally includes low temperatures and heavy rainfall. January ushers in the winter season. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 8°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 5°C. Expect chilly temperatures this month, as it is typically the coldest of the year. Pack accordingly with warm clothes.

Precipitation

Victoria in January usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 167 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 18 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 75 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Victoria. July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Victoria climate page with graphs.

 

Victoria, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 5°C  

Max Temperature 8°C  

Chance of Rain 61%  

Precipitation 167 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 78%  

Sunshine 75 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 27%  

Where to go in Canada in January

Find out more about the weather in Canada and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

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

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

Interested in more climate information?

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