January weather forecast
Abbotsford, Canada

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Weather in January

Abbotsford greets the new year with typically chilly Canadian weather. The city experiences high relative humidity and frequently sees wet and frosty conditions. Snow is relatively common this month with January seeing an average of 67mm (2.64") snowfall accented by frosty mornings. Despite grey skies, the city has a beauty that is accentuated with a coating of snow. The relatively low daylight hours and chillier temperatures make it a perfect time for indoor activities.

Temperature

The shift from December to January is characterized by an average high-temperature of a still wintry 5.1°C (41.2°F), not significantly different from the 4.2°C (39.6°F) of December. A modest nighttime temperature average of 0.5°C (32.9°F) characterizes January.

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

Rainfall

In Abbotsford, in January, it is raining for 18.2 days, with typically 178mm (7.01") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 188 rainfall days, and 1267mm (49.88") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Abbotsford, in January, during 2.9 snowfall days, 67mm (2.64") of snow is typically accumulated. In Abbotsford, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.7 days and aggregates up to 259mm (10.2") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 8h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:04 pm PST.

Sunshine

In Abbotsford, the average sunshine in January is 3.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during January translates into the following guidance:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in January?

In Abbotsford, 5.1°C (41.2°F) is the average high-temperature and 0.5°C (32.9°F) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the most humid month?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Abbotsford, the average relative humidity in January is 87%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Abbotsford, in January, it is raining for 18.2 days, with typically 178mm (7.01") of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Abbotsford, in January, snow falls for 2.9 days, with typically accumulated 67mm (2.64") of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Abbotsford, the average day length in January is 8h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:04 pm PST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Abbotsford, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Abbotsford, Canada

Average temperature in January - Abbotsford, Canada
  • Average high temperature in January: 5.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (23.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (4.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 0.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (10.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (-0.2°C).

Average pressure in January
Abbotsford, Canada

Average pressure in January - Abbotsford, Canada
  • Average pressure in January: 1018.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1018.8mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are March and August (1016mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Abbotsford, Canada

Average wind speed in January - Abbotsford, Canada
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1km/h).

Average humidity in January
Abbotsford, Canada

Average humidity in January - Abbotsford, Canada
  • Average humidity in January: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Abbotsford, Canada

Average rainfall in January - Abbotsford, Canada
  • Average rainfall in January: 178mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (196mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (23mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Abbotsford, Canada

Average rainfall days in January - Abbotsford, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in January: 18.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Abbotsford, Canada

Average snowfall in January - Abbotsford, Canada
  • Average snowfall in January: 67mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (79mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Abbotsford, Canada

Average snowfall days in January - Abbotsford, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in January: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Abbotsford, Canada

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Abbotsford, Canada
  • Average daylight in January: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Abbotsford, Canada

Average sunshine days in January - Abbotsford, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (8.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Abbotsford, Canada

Average UV index in January - Abbotsford, Canada
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Abbotsford, Canada

Average cloud cover in January - Abbotsford, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in January: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Abbotsford, Canada

Average visibility in January - Abbotsford, Canada
  • Average visibility in January: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, November and December (7km).

Abbotsford, Canada

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