January weather forecast
Quebec city, Canada

January sees the mercury plummet, painting Quebec City a serene winter wonderland with temperatures from -17°C (1.4°F) to -8°C (17.6°F). The days are relatively short as the city receives only around 9 hours of daylight. Despite the chilly conditions, life pulsates subtly beneath a blanket of snow. Residents can be spotted bracing the cold and indulging in winter sports, emblematic to Quebec City. Light scatterings of snow enhance the charming beauty of the city's historic facades, adding a unique charm to January.

Temperature

In Quebec city, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in January, averaging a high of -8°C (17.6°F) and a low of -17°C (1.4°F).

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 15 days. Throughout January, 85mm (3.35") of precipitation is accumulated. In Quebec city, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170 days and collects up to 1202mm (47.32") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Quebec city, in January, the average water temperature is 1.5°C (34.7°F).
Note: In the case of swimming, the extreme coldness, danger, and life-threatening nature of this situation are apparent. Without insulated waterproof wear, hypothermia sets in rapidly.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 2min.
On the first day of January in Quebec city, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January, November and December, with an average of 3h of sunshine.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Quebec city. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.