Day
1 °C
Night
-6 °C
Sea
7 °C
Precipitation
184 mm
in month
Rainy days
15 days
in month
Daylight
8 hours
average
Sunshine
2 hours
average
Humidity
81 %
Day
1 °C
Night
-6 °C
Sea
7 °C
Precipitation
184 mm
in month
Rainy days
15 days
in month
Daylight
8 hours
average
Sunshine
2 hours
average
Humidity
81 %
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Weather overview and FAQs
Weather overview
In Whistler in January, the average air temperature ranges from 0.5 °C (32.9 °F) during the day to -6.5 °C (20.3 °F) at night. There are 15 days of rain on average, where the rainfall is 184 mm (7.23 in).
Is January a good month to visit Whistler?
In January there are not good conditions to visit Whistler. Since Whistler is a region with winter sports possibilities, then January can be suitable to visit for this purpose. A relatively low temperature of 0.5 °C (32.9 °F) may be ideal for walking or outdoor activities, but some people may have a different idea of the holiday. The night temperature of -6.5 °C (20.3 °F) is not inviting for evening and night activities except for visiting a bar and having beer or two.
What is the temperature in Whistler during the day in January?
The average daily temperature in Whistler in January is 0.5 °C (32.9 °F). Be sure to pack warm clothes, including a jacket and a warm sweater. On some days it may occasionally freeze, but with stronger winds, the feeling of cold may increase.
How many days of precipitation on average can I expect in January in Whistler?
There are 15 days, which are rainy in Whistler in January, that is, days with precipitation more than 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 3.5 days of the week, or in general - 50 % days.
Is Whistler rainier in January than in February?
Yes, Whistler is a rainier January than in February.
How heavy is the precipitation in Whistler in January?
In Whistler in January, there is 184 mm (7.23 in) rainfall, which means on average 6 mm (0.24 in) rainfall per day.
What is the air temperature in January in Whistler at night?
The average night temperature in January in Whistler is -6.5 °C (20.3 °F). The nights will be cool, layers of clothes will be needed for evening and morning walks, the hotel should be equipped with heating.
Can I expect a freeze in January in Whistler?
It is possible that it will be freezing in Whistler in January, night temperatures will be -6.5 °C (20.3 °F) on average.
Is there a wet season in Whistler in January?
No, there is no wet season in Whistler in January - you can expect 15 days of rain during the month.
How windy is it in Whistler in January?
An average wind scale that can be expected in Whistler in January is 2.0. It is rather a milder or unnoticeable wind, therefore it will not bother you during your holiday.
What is the temperature trend in Whistler in January?
Over the course of January in Whistler, the temperatures are rising from -0.1 °C (31.7 °F) at the beginning of the month to 1.3 °C (34.3 °F) at the end of the month.
How long is the day (from dawn till dusk) in Whistler in January?
The length of daylight in Whistler in January is 8 hours.