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Visiting Tofino, Canada in January

The weather in January is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into February. January has average maximum temperatures of 7°C (45°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 27% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 2.3 hours of sunshine per day. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Tofino.

January has total rainfall of 14.8cm (5.8inches) making it a bit rainy but with only moderate showers. There are 18.7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the clear days.

Sea temperatures are a cold 8°C (47°F). January is too cold for swimming in Tofino for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in January is slightly cooler than the previous month.

Consider visiting Tofino in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for January.

Can you sunbathe in Tofino in January?

No, January is not a good time for sunbathing in Tofino.

January has average maximum temperatures of 7°C (45°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 27% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 2.3 hours of sunshine per day. January has total rainfall of 14.8cm (5.8inches) making it a bit rainy but with only moderate showers. There are 18.7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the clear days.

More about January temperature and sunshine.

Can you swim in Tofino in January?

No, January is too cold for swimming in Tofino for any length of time, with the sea water at 8°C (47°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

More about January sea temperatures.

Is January a good time to holiday in Tofino?

No, January is not a good time for a holiday in Tofino.

January has average maximum temperatures of 7°C (45°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 27% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 2.3 hours of sunshine per day. January has total rainfall of 14.8cm (5.8inches) making it a bit rainy but with only moderate showers. There are 18.7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the clear days. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Tofino. Sea temperatures are a cold 8°C (47°F). January is too cold for swimming in Tofino for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

More about the January temperatures and sunshine.

Is Tofino warm in January?

No, Tofino is too cold for sunbathing in January.

The average maximum temperature in Tofino in January is 7°C (45°F). The average maximum temperature is 7°C (45°) in the previous month and 8°C (47°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Tofino in January is 5°C (41°F). The average temperature is 5°C (41°F) in the previous month and 5°C (42°F) in the next month.

More info about the January temperatures and sunshine.

How sunny is Tofino in January?

The average day light hours per day in Tofino in January are 8.7. The sunshine percentage is 27% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 2.3 hours of sunshine per day.

More about January sunshine.

Temperature in Tofino in January

The weather in January is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into February. The average maximum temperature in Tofino in January is 7°C (45°F). The average maximum temperature is 7°C (45°F) in the previous month and 8°C (47°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Tofino in January is 5°C (41°F). The average temperature is 5°C (41°F) in the previous month and 5°C (42°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Tofino in January is 3°C (38°F). The minimum temperature is 3°C (38°F) in the previous month and 3°C (37°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Tofino in January

The days in January are marginally longer than the previous month and the days continue to get a bit longer into February. January has marginally more hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to rise quickly into February. During January the average day light hours are 8.7 per day in Tofino. The sunshine percentage is 27% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 2.3 hours of sunshine per day.

The ultraviolet index in Tofino in January is typically 1 during January. An ultraviolet index reading of 0 to 2 indicates low danger from the sun's UV rays for the average person. Most people will be able to spend several hours in the sun with out a problem, however unprotected skin risks burning in less than 1 hour. Wear sunglasses on bright days. Only those that burn easily will need to apply sunscreen. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in Tofino in January

The average sea water temperature in Tofino in January is 8.2°C (46.8°F) which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit. The sea temperature in January is slightly cooler than the previous month.

Rainfall in Tofino in January

January weather is slightly wetter than the previous month. January has a few more days of rain than the previous month. The average total rainfall in Tofino in January is 14.8cm (5.8inches) and on average there are 18.7 rainy days in January making it a wet time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Tofino in January

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Tofino in January is 6°C (42°F) which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 5°C (41°F) in the previous month and 5°C (5°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Tofino in January is typically 99%. The maximum relative humidity is 98.2% in the previous month and 97.1% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Tofino in January is typically 91.3%. The average relative humidity is 90.5% in the previous month and 84.1% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Tofino in January

The average maximum wind speed in Tofino in January is typically 20KM/H (12MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 19KM/H (12MPH) in the previous month and 20KM/H (12MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Tofino in January is typically 10KM/H (6MPH). The average wind speed is 10KM/H (6MPH) in the previous month and 10KM/H (6MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Tofino in January is from the East-Southeast.

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