January weather forecast
Victoria, Canada

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Weather in January

Victoria in January experiences colder temperatures, coupled with a significant amount of snowfall with 27mm (1.06") falling across the city. Additionally, the city witnesses an increase in cloud density, leading to overcast afternoons and cooler evenings. The sea temperature, although chilly, remains constant, as the coastal city braves the winter. Strong winds sweep across the city, making the weather feel even colder than it actually is. Despite these winter conditions, the city remains a hub of warmth and welcoming charm.

Temperature

January's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a still chilly 6.6°C (43.9°F), demonstrating subtle variation from the preceding month. January nights in Victoria register a minor temperature decline, steadying at a cold 3.5°C (38.3°F).

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Victoria is January, when the rain falls for 8.5 days and typically aggregates up to 37mm (1.46") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Victoria, Canada, in January, snow falls for 1.2 days, with typically accumulated 27mm (1.06") of snow. In Victoria, Canada, during the entire year, snow falls for 6.8 days and aggregates up to 93mm (3.66") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Victoria, Canada, in January, the average water temperature is 7.4°C (45.3°F).
Note: Swimming in 7.4°C (45.3°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

Daylight

In Victoria, the average length of the day in January is 8h and 52min.
On the first day of January in Victoria, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:10 pm PST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Victoria are January and December, with an average of 4.5h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Victoria. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

Is January cold in Victoria?

In Victoria, 6.6°C (43.9°F) is the average high-temperature and 3.5°C (38.3°F) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the most humid month in Victoria?

The most humid month in Victoria, Canada, is January, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

What is the average humidity in January in Victoria?

The average relative humidity in January is 83%.

What is the rainiest month in Victoria?

January is the month with the most rainfall in Victoria. Rain falls for 8.5 days and accumulates 37mm (1.46") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Victoria in January?

In Victoria, during January, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 37mm (1.46") of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Victoria?

In Victoria, during January, snow falls for 1.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 27mm (1.06") of snow.

What is the water temperature in January in Victoria?

In January, the average sea temperature in Victoria is 7.4°C (45.3°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.

What is the average length of the day in January in Victoria?

In January, the average day length in Victoria is 8h and 52min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Victoria?

On the first day of January in Victoria, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:10 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Victoria?

January and December, with an average of 4.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Victoria.

How many hours of sunshine does Victoria have in January?

In Victoria, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Victoria?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in January in Victoria?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Victoria is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Victoria, Canada

Average temperature in January - Victoria, Canada
  • Average high temperature in January: 6.6°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (20.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (6.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 3.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (3.3°C).

Average pressure in January
Victoria, Canada

Average pressure in January - Victoria, Canada
  • Average pressure in January: 1017.8mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and July (1017.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1015.7mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Victoria, Canada

Average wind speed in January - Victoria, Canada
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (11.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9km/h).

Average humidity in January
Victoria, Canada

Average humidity in January - Victoria, Canada
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Victoria, Canada

Average rainfall in January - Victoria, Canada
  • Average rainfall in January: 37mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (37mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (3mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Victoria, Canada

Average rainfall days in January - Victoria, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (8.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Victoria, Canada

Average snowfall in January - Victoria, Canada
  • Average snowfall in January: 27mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (53mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Victoria, Canada

Average snowfall days in January - Victoria, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in January: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Victoria, Canada

Average sea temperature in January - Victoria, Canada
  • Average sea temperature in January: 7.4°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and September (11.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (7.3°C).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Victoria, Canada

Average sunshine days in January - Victoria, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (17.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Victoria, Canada

Average UV index in January - Victoria, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Victoria, Canada

Average cloud cover in January - Victoria, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in January: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in January
Victoria, Canada

Average visibility in January - Victoria, Canada
  • Average visibility in January: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and November (9km).

Victoria, Canada

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