Cape Breton County (Sydney)
January
Weather in Cape Breton County for January 2026
Your guide to Cape Breton County weather in January - trends and predictions
The climate of Cape Breton County in January is quite snowy, averaging 12 snowy days.
In general, the average temperature in Cape Breton County at the beginning of January is 0.7 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to slightly decrease, reaching an average of 0.4 °C by the end of January.
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16
Dry days
3
Rainy days
12
Snow days
1°/-4°
Temperatures
27 km/h
Avg max wind
77 %
Avg humidity
Cape Breton County Weather January
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| 4 1° | 5  0° | 6 -1° | 7 -1° | 8 0° | 9  -1° | 10  3° |
| 11  1° | 12 0° | 13  3° | 14 5° | 15 4° | 16 2° | 17 5° |
| 18 1° | 19  2° | 20 2° | 21 -1° | 22  -2° | 23 1° | 24  1° |
| 25 -1° | 26 2° | 27 2° | 28 1° | 29 -1° | 30 1° | 31 -1° |
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Temperatures trend during January in Cape Breton County
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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. | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 2° /-4° | 6 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 2 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 2° /-2° | 13.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 3 Jan. | Overcast | 2° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 4 Jan. | Overcast | 1° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 5 Jan. | Patchy light snow | 0° /-3° | 1.2 mm | 0.8 cm | |
| 6 Jan. | Light snow | -1° /-3° | 15.3 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| 7 Jan. | Overcast | -1° /-4° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 8 Jan. | Light snow | 0° /-3° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 9 Jan. | Light snow showers | -1° /-4° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 10 Jan. | Heavy snow | 3° /-3° | 4.4 mm | 0.7 cm | |
| 11 Jan. | Cloudy | 1° /-3° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 12 Jan. | Cloudy | 0° /-4° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 3° /-4° | 5.2 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 14 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 5° /1° | 10.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 15 Jan. | Patchy moderate snow | 4° /-2° | 5.6 mm | 2.1 cm | |
| 16 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 2° /-2° | 13.2 mm | 0.9 cm | |
| 17 Jan. | Moderate rain at times | 5° /-2° | 6.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 18 Jan. | Overcast | 1° /-3° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 19 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 2° /-3° | 14.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 20 Jan. | Patchy moderate snow | 2° /-4° | 12.7 mm | 1.7 cm | |
| 21 Jan. | Patchy moderate snow | -1° /-6° | 2.4 mm | 1.7 cm | |
| 22 Jan. | Sunny | -2° /-6° | 1.2 mm | 0.9 cm | |
| 23 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 1° /-6° | 11.7 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 24 Jan. | Light freezing rain | 1° /-5° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 25 Jan. | Cloudy | -1° /-6° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 26 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 2° /-5° | 9.5 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| 27 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 2° /-3° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 28 Jan. | Overcast | 1° /-5° | 3.9 mm | 1.4 cm | |
| 29 Jan. | Overcast | -1° /-6° | 4.9 mm | 2.7 cm | |
| 30 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 1° /-8° | 2 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| 31 Jan. | Moderate or heavy snow showers | -1° /-9° | 4.1 mm | 2.7 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Cape Breton County 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 Cape Breton County forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Cape Breton County in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Cape Breton County during January?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding 1° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in Cape Breton County during January?
Significant rainfall exceeding 125.4 mm is expected in Cape Breton County during January, occurring over more than 3 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Cape Breton County in January 2026?
Cape Breton County experiences an average snowfall of 18.73 cm during January, occurring over 12 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Cape Breton County during January?
The average wind speed in Cape Breton County during January is 27 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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