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January is a poor month in Danforth

Climate Overview

Danforth, Canada in January has cold conditions, with highs averaging around 0°C (32°F).

This month falls at the middle of Winter. Cold conditions dominate the month.

Temperatures remain fairly steady throughout January, with daily highs around 0°C (32°F).

January sees fairly even rainfall, totalling about 64 mm across the month.

Expect around 4.7h of sunshine at the start of January, increasing to 5.8h by the end.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 10th, averaging 1.6°C (35°F).

Compared to December, this month is about 3°C cooler with 2 fewer rainy days.

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Monthly January Averages

Temperature
0°C / -5°C
Feels Like
-5°C / -11°C
Rain
9 days · 64 mm
Sunshine
4.9h / day
Humidity
74% — Humid
Wind
22 km/h
Wind Direction
W (275°)
Gusts
42 km/h
Daylight
9.4 h
Cloud Cover
76%
Clear Sky Days
0.7
UV Index
1.8 — Low
Dew Point
-7°C — Dry
Moon Phase
First Quarter · 46%
Snow Days
13 days · 20.5 cm
Frost Days
26 days

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

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Daily Precipitation

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Daily Sunshine

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Daily Wind Speed

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Wind Speed
Sun Position
Sunrise 07:49
Daylight 9.3h
Sunset 17:07

What to Expect

Cold daytime highs of 0°C (32°F) mean shorter outdoor excursions with warming breaks.

Rain usually comes in shorter passing showers rather than all-day rain.

1 of the last 5 yearly records were warmer than this month's long-run average.

Compare Months

January
Poor
Temp
0°C / -5°C
Feels Like
-5°C / -11°C
Rain
9days (64 mm) Wet
Sun
4.9h Fair
Humidity
74% Muggy
UV
1.8 Low
Snow Days
13days
February
Poor
Temp
1°C / -5°C
Feels Like
-4°C / -10°C
Rain
9days (60 mm) Wet
Sun
6.4h Fair
Humidity
73% Muggy
UV
2.9 Moderate
Snow Days
12days
March
Poor
Temp
5°C / -2°C
Feels Like
1°C / -7°C
Rain
11days (69 mm) Wet
Sun
7.6h Good
Humidity
71% Muggy
UV
3.9 Moderate
Snow Days
7days
April
Poor
Temp
9°C / 3°C
Feels Like
6°C / -2°C
Rain
13days (86 mm) Wet
Sun
8.8h Good
Humidity
71% Muggy
UV
4.9 Moderate
Snow Days
4days
May
Fair
Temp
15°C / 9°C
Feels Like
14°C / 6°C
Rain
11days (71 mm) Wet
Sun
10.6h Excellent
Humidity
74% Muggy
UV
6.1 High
June best
Excellent
Temp
21°C / 15°C
Feels Like
22°C / 14°C
Rain
10days (77 mm) Wet
Sun
12h Excellent
Humidity
73% Muggy
UV
6.5 High
July best
Excellent
Temp
25°C / 19°C
Feels Like
27°C / 20°C
Rain
11days (76 mm) Wet
Sun
12.1h Excellent
Humidity
74% Muggy
UV
6.9 High
August best
Excellent
Temp
25°C / 19°C
Feels Like
26°C / 19°C
Rain
9days (68 mm) Wet
Sun
11.3h Excellent
Humidity
75% Muggy
UV
6 High
September best
Excellent
Temp
21°C / 16°C
Feels Like
22°C / 15°C
Rain
7days (50 mm) Good
Sun
9.7h Good
Humidity
75% Muggy
UV
5.1 High
October
Good
Temp
15°C / 10°C
Feels Like
13°C / 7°C
Rain
10days (73 mm) Wet
Sun
6.9h Fair
Humidity
74% Muggy
UV
3.4 Moderate
November
Poor
Temp
8°C / 3°C
Feels Like
4°C / -2°C
Rain
10days (57 mm) Wet
Sun
5.5h Fair
Humidity
73% Muggy
UV
2.1 Moderate
Snow Days
5days
December
Poor
Temp
3°C / -2°C
Feels Like
-2°C / -7°C
Rain
11days (71 mm) Wet
Sun
4.3h Fair
Humidity
76% Humid
UV
1.5 Low
Snow Days
11days
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January 0°C / -5°C -5°C / -11°C 9days (64 mm) Wet 4.9h Fair 74% Muggy 1.8 Low Poor View Details
February 1°C / -5°C -4°C / -10°C 9days (60 mm) Wet 6.4h Fair 73% Muggy 2.9 Moderate Poor View Details
March 5°C / -2°C 1°C / -7°C 11days (69 mm) Wet 7.6h Good 71% Muggy 3.9 Moderate Poor View Details
April 9°C / 3°C 6°C / -2°C 13days (86 mm) Wet 8.8h Good 71% Muggy 4.9 Moderate Poor View Details
May 15°C / 9°C 14°C / 6°C 11days (71 mm) Wet 10.6h Excellent 74% Muggy 6.1 High Fair View Details
June best 21°C / 15°C 22°C / 14°C 10days (77 mm) Wet 12h Excellent 73% Muggy 6.5 High Excellent View Details
July best 25°C / 19°C 27°C / 20°C 11days (76 mm) Wet 12.1h Excellent 74% Muggy 6.9 High Excellent View Details
August best 25°C / 19°C 26°C / 19°C 9days (68 mm) Wet 11.3h Excellent 75% Muggy 6 High Excellent View Details
September best 21°C / 16°C 22°C / 15°C 7days (50 mm) Good 9.7h Good 75% Muggy 5.1 High Excellent View Details
October 15°C / 10°C 13°C / 7°C 10days (73 mm) Wet 6.9h Fair 74% Muggy 3.4 Moderate Good View Details
November 8°C / 3°C 4°C / -2°C 10days (57 mm) Wet 5.5h Fair 73% Muggy 2.1 Moderate Poor View Details
December 3°C / -2°C -2°C / -7°C 11days (71 mm) Wet 4.3h Fair 76% Humid 1.5 Low Poor View Details

What to Wear

Full winter gear is a must — insulated coat, thermal base layers, warm hat, gloves, and waterproof boots.

A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella is recommended for occasional showers.

Packing List

Warm coatThermal base layersScarf & glovesUmbrellaComfortable walking shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

January is typically poor for visiting Danforth, with average highs of 0°C (32°F) and around 9 rainy days. Danforth, Canada in January has cold conditions, with highs averaging around 0°C (32°F).
Danforth typically sees around 9 rainy days in January with 64 mm (2.5 in) of total rainfall. An umbrella should suffice.
Yes, nights in Danforth during January are cold, averaging -5°C (22°F). Pack warm layers and a coat for evenings.
With highs of 0°C (32°F) and lows of -5°C (22°F) in January, we recommend: Warm coat, Thermal base layers, Scarf & gloves, Umbrella, Comfortable walking shoes. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
January is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Danforth. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Danforth during January is 2 (low). No special sun protection is needed.
Danforth gets approximately 9 hours of daylight per day in January, with around 5 hours of sunshine.
Yes, Danforth typically sees around 13 snow days in January with roughly 21 cm (8 in) of snowfall.

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