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Winnipeg weather in January (Manitoba, Canada)

How does the weather in Winnipeg usually fare in January? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.

Temperatures

The month of January in Winnipeg typically brings very low temperatures and low snowfall. January is a notable month of the winter season. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around -10°C. But by evening, they drop to around -21°C. Since it's the coldest month of the year, you'll want to bundle up with extra layers and winter clothing.

Precipitation

Winnipeg in January usually receives low snowfall, averaging around 22 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 8 days of snow.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 115 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Winnipeg. July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Winnipeg, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -21°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -10°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 28%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 22 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  
HumidityHumidity 72%  
SunshineSunshine 115 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 42%  

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.

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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?

Visitors traveling to Winnipeg should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Winnipeg.

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