Weather in Ontario, Canada in January

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Visiting Ontario, Canada in January

The weather in January is noticeably cooler than the previous month. January has average maximum temperatures of -5°C (23°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 26% 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 Ontario.

January has total rainfall of 1.9cm (0.7inches) making it extremely dry with very few light showers and most days are rain free. There are just 4.5 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days and rainy days are few and far between.

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

Consider visiting Ontario 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 Ontario in January?

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

January has average maximum temperatures of -5°C (23°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 26% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 2.3 hours of sunshine per day. January has total rainfall of 1.9cm (0.7inches) making it extremely dry with very few light showers and most days are rain free. There are just 4.5 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days and rainy days are few and far between.

More about January temperature and sunshine.

Can you swim in Ontario in January?

No, January is too cold for swimming in Ontario 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 Ontario?

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

January has average maximum temperatures of -5°C (23°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 26% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 2.3 hours of sunshine per day. January has total rainfall of 1.9cm (0.7inches) making it extremely dry with very few light showers and most days are rain free. There are just 4.5 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days and rainy days are few and far between. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Ontario. Sea temperatures are a cold 4°C (39°F). January is too cold for swimming in Ontario for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

More about the January temperatures and sunshine.

Is Ontario warm in January?

No, Ontario is too cold for sunbathing in January.

The average maximum temperature in Ontario in January is -5°C (23°F). The average maximum temperature is -1°C (29°) in the previous month and -4°C (25°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Ontario in January is -9°C (16°F). The average temperature is -5°C (24°F) in the previous month and -7°C (19°F) in the next month.

More info about the January temperatures and sunshine.

How sunny is Ontario in January?

The average day light hours per day in Ontario in January are 9. The sunshine percentage is 26% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 2.3 hours of sunshine per day.

More about January sunshine.

Temperature in Ontario in January

The weather in January is noticeably cooler than the previous month. The average maximum temperature in Ontario in January is -5°C (23°F). The average maximum temperature is -1°C (29°F) in the previous month and -4°C (25°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Ontario in January is -9°C (16°F). The average temperature is -5°C (24°F) in the previous month and -7°C (19°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Ontario in January is -13°C (9°F). The minimum temperature is -8°C (18°F) in the previous month and -11°C (13°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Ontario 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 9 per day in Ontario. The sunshine percentage is 26% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 2.3 hours of sunshine per day.

The ultraviolet index in Ontario in January is typically 1.2 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 Ontario in January

The average sea water temperature in Ontario 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 Ontario in January

January weather is slightly wetter than the previous month. January has a couple of less days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to drop slightly into February. The average total rainfall in Ontario in January is 1.9cm (0.7inches) and on average there are 4.5 rainy days in January making it a very dry time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Ontario in January

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Ontario in January is -8°C (18°F) which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is -4°C (26°F) in the previous month and -7°C (-7°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Ontario in January is typically 88.7%. The maximum relative humidity is 91.8% in the previous month and 88.3% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Ontario in January is typically 77.5%. The average relative humidity is 81% in the previous month and 75.2% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Ontario in January

The average maximum wind speed in Ontario in January is typically 34KM/H (21MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 34KM/H (21MPH) in the previous month and 33KM/H (20MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Ontario in January is typically 22KM/H (14MPH). The average wind speed is 22KM/H (14MPH) in the previous month and 21KM/H (13MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Ontario in January is from the South West.

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