January weather forecast
Scarborough, Canada

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Weather in January

January sees the coldest weather in Scarborough, a stark contrast to the mild conditions of December. The city experiences the lowest average temperatures from -7.5°C (18.5°F) to -2.4°C (27.7°F) and the maximum snowfall of 128mm (5.04"). The days are shorter, with only a little over nine hours of daylight available. As the new year begins, Scarborough residents shroud themselves in thick layers to brave the freezing conditions. It`s the harshest of winters but the extraordinary beauty of the snow-capped city keeps the spirits high.

Temperature

Scarborough experiences its lowest average temperatures in January, reaching a peak of -2.4°C (27.7°F) and a minimum of -7.5°C (18.5°F).

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Scarborough, in January, during 9.8 rainfall days, 57mm (2.24") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Scarborough, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.4 days and collects up to 712mm (28.03") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Scarborough are January through May, November and December. In January, it is snowing for 16.1 days. Throughout January, 128mm (5.04") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 61.4 snowfall days, and 527mm (20.75") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.2h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Scarborough. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Scarborough?

January is the coldest month in Scarborough, with the temperature often reaching an average high of -2.4°C (27.7°F) and an average low of -7.5°C (18.5°F).

How cold is it in Scarborough in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Scarborough are -2.4°C (27.7°F) and -7.5°C (18.5°F) respectively.

What are the most humid months in Scarborough?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

What is the average humidity in January in Scarborough?

In Scarborough, the average relative humidity in January is 84%.

How many days does it rain in January in Scarborough?

In Scarborough, Canada, in January, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 57mm (2.24") of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Scarborough?

In Scarborough, during January, snow falls for 16.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 128mm (5.04") of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Scarborough have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Scarborough?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Scarborough?

The month with the least sunshine in Scarborough, Canada, is January, with an average of 3.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Scarborough?

The average sunshine duration in January in Scarborough is 3.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Scarborough?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in January in Scarborough?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Scarborough, Canada, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Scarborough, Canada

Average temperature in January - Scarborough, Canada
  • Average high temperature in January: -2.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (24.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-2.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -7.5°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (17.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-7.5°C).

Average pressure in January
Scarborough, Canada

Average pressure in January - Scarborough, Canada
  • Average pressure in January: 1017mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1013.1mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Scarborough, Canada

Average wind speed in January - Scarborough, Canada
  • Average wind speed in January: 19.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (19.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (11.5km/h).

Average humidity in January
Scarborough, Canada

Average humidity in January - Scarborough, Canada
  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Scarborough, Canada

Average rainfall in January - Scarborough, Canada
  • Average rainfall in January: 57mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and October (71mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (45mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Scarborough, Canada

Average rainfall days in January - Scarborough, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Scarborough, Canada

Average snowfall in January - Scarborough, Canada
  • Average snowfall in January: 128mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (137mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Scarborough, Canada

Average snowfall days in January - Scarborough, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in January: 16.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Scarborough, Canada
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Scarborough, Canada

Average sunshine days in January - Scarborough, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in January: 9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (9 days).

Average UV index in January
Scarborough, Canada

Average UV index in January - Scarborough, Canada
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Scarborough, Canada

Average cloud cover in January - Scarborough, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in January: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in January
Scarborough, Canada

Average visibility in January - Scarborough, Canada
  • Average visibility in January: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are July, August, September and October (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (8km).

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