British Columbia (Vancouver)
January
Weather in British Columbia for January 2026
Your guide to British Columbia weather in January - trends and predictions
With an average of 5 snowy days, British Columbia usually enjoys a light touch of snow in January.
In general, the average temperature in British Columbia at the beginning of January is 6 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 6.6 °C by the end of January.
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2
Dry days
24
Rainy days
5
Snow days
5°/3°
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16 km/h
Avg max wind
81 %
Avg humidity
British Columbia Weather January
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| Sun. | Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. |
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| 1  6° | 2  6° | 3  6° | ||||
| 4  7° | 5 7° | 6 6° | 7  4° | 8  5° | 9 7° | 10  5° |
| 11 5° | 12  3° | 13 3° | 14 4° | 15 4° | 16  5° | 17 3° |
| 18 3° | 19 4° | 20 5° | 21 6° | 22 5° | 23 5° | 24 6° |
| 25 7° | 26 7° | 27 6° | 28 7° | 29  6° | 30 6° | 31  7° |
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Temperatures trend during January in British Columbia
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January weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| 1 Jan. | Overcast | 6° /4° | 2.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 2 Jan. | Light drizzle | 6° /4° | 4.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 3 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 6° /4° | 18.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 4 Jan. | Light rain shower | 7° /5° | 17.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 5 Jan. | Light rain shower | 7° /5° | 16 mm | 0 cm | |
| 6 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 6° /3° | 1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 7 Jan. | Light snow | 4° /2° | 0.4 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| 8 Jan. | Light sleet | 5° /2° | 5.2 mm | 0.7 cm | |
| 9 Jan. | Light rain shower | 7° /2° | 6.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 10 Jan. | Light snow showers | 5° /3° | 12.6 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 11 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 5° /1° | 1.5 mm | 0.7 cm | |
| 12 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 3° /-1° | 14.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 3° /-1° | 14.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 14 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 4° /1° | 4.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 15 Jan. | Moderate rain at times | 4° /2° | 2.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 16 Jan. | Heavy rain at times | 5° /2° | 6.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 17 Jan. | Moderate rain at times | 3° /1° | 11.2 mm | 5.5 cm | |
| 18 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 3° /0° | 7.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 19 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 4° /1° | 4.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 20 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 5° /1° | 1.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 21 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 6° /3° | 5.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 22 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 5° /2° | 10.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 23 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 5° /2° | 3.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 24 Jan. | Moderate rain at times | 6° /3° | 4.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 25 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 7° /3° | 1.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 26 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /3° | 1.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 27 Jan. | Overcast | 6° /3° | 7.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 28 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /3° | 4.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 29 Jan. | Sunny | 6° /3° | 1.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 30 Jan. | Overcast | 6° /3° | 5.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 31 Jan. | Light freezing rain | 7° /3° | 12.6 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for British Columbia in January is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the British Columbia forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
British Columbia in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in British Columbia during January?
During January, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 5° and lows near 3°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.
How much rainfall should be expected in British Columbia during January?
Significant rainfall exceeding 227.7 mm is expected in British Columbia during January, occurring over more than 24 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in British Columbia in January 2026?
British Columbia experiences an average snowfall of 11.48 cm during January, occurring over 5 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in British Columbia during January?
The average wind speed in British Columbia during January is 16 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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