Weather in Great Lake Superior, Canada in January

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Visiting Great Lake Superior, Canada in January

The weather in January is noticeably cooler than the previous month. January has average maximum temperatures of -8°C (18°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 30% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 2.6 hours of sunshine per day. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Great Lake Superior.

January has total rainfall of 4.1cm (1.6inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 12 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

Sea temperatures are a cold 4°C (39°F). January is too cold for swimming in Great Lake Superior for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in January is slightly cooler than the previous month.

Consider visiting Great Lake Superior 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 Great Lake Superior in January?

No, January is not a good time for sunbathing in Great Lake Superior.

January has average maximum temperatures of -8°C (18°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 30% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 2.6 hours of sunshine per day. January has total rainfall of 4.1cm (1.6inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 12 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

More about January temperature and sunshine.

Can you swim in Great Lake Superior in January?

No, January is too cold for swimming in Great Lake Superior for any length of time, with the sea water at 4°C (39°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

More about January sea temperatures.

Is January a good time to holiday in Great Lake Superior?

No, January is not a good time for a holiday in Great Lake Superior.

January has average maximum temperatures of -8°C (18°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 30% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 2.6 hours of sunshine per day. January has total rainfall of 4.1cm (1.6inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 12 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Great Lake Superior. Sea temperatures are a cold 4°C (39°F). January is too cold for swimming in Great Lake Superior for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

More about the January temperatures and sunshine.

Is Great Lake Superior warm in January?

No, Great Lake Superior is too cold for sunbathing in January.

The average maximum temperature in Great Lake Superior in January is -8°C (18°F). The average maximum temperature is -5°C (23°) in the previous month and -6°C (22°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Great Lake Superior in January is -13°C (9°F). The average temperature is -9°C (15°F) in the previous month and -11°C (13°F) in the next month.

More info about the January temperatures and sunshine.

How sunny is Great Lake Superior in January?

The average day light hours per day in Great Lake Superior in January are 8.8. The sunshine percentage is 30% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 2.6 hours of sunshine per day.

More about January sunshine.

Temperature in Great Lake Superior in January

The weather in January is noticeably cooler than the previous month. The average maximum temperature in Great Lake Superior in January is -8°C (18°F). The average maximum temperature is -5°C (23°F) in the previous month and -6°C (22°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Great Lake Superior in January is -13°C (9°F). The average temperature is -9°C (15°F) in the previous month and -11°C (13°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Great Lake Superior in January is -18°C (0°F). The minimum temperature is -14°C (7°F) in the previous month and -16°C (4°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Great Lake Superior 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 8.8 per day in Great Lake Superior. The sunshine percentage is 30% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 2.6 hours of sunshine per day.

The ultraviolet index in Great Lake Superior in January is typically 1.1 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 Great Lake Superior in January

The average sea water temperature in Great Lake Superior in January is 4°C (39.2°F) which is extremely cold and not suitable for swimming. Taking a dip at this temperature would risk hypothermia. The sea temperature in January is slightly cooler than the previous month.

Rainfall in Great Lake Superior in January

January weather is marginally drier than the previous month and rainfall continues to drop slightly into February. January has fewer days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to drop into February. The average total rainfall in Great Lake Superior in January is 4.1cm (1.6inches) and on average there are 12 rainy days in January making it a pretty wet time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Great Lake Superior in January

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Great Lake Superior in January is -10°C (15°F) which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is -6°C (21°F) in the previous month and -9°C (-9°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Great Lake Superior in January is typically 92.2%. The maximum relative humidity is 94.1% in the previous month and 90.4% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Great Lake Superior in January is typically 82.3%. The average relative humidity is 85.1% in the previous month and 76.1% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Great Lake Superior in January

The average maximum wind speed in Great Lake Superior in January is typically 27KM/H (17MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 26KM/H (16MPH) in the previous month and 25KM/H (16MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Great Lake Superior in January is typically 16KM/H (10MPH). The average wind speed is 16KM/H (10MPH) in the previous month and 15KM/H (9MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Great Lake Superior in January is from the North.

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