Vancouver Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall and packing tips for Vancouver, Canada in January

🌡️ Avg high
5°C
🌙 Avg low
1°C
🌧️ Rainfall
~315 mm
📊 Warmth rank
#12 of 12

January in Vancouver at a glance

January in Vancouver is typically cold, with average daytime highs around 5°C and nights near 1°C. It is usually the coldest month of the year in Vancouver.

January is one of the wetter months in Vancouver, with around 315 mm of rain - plan around showers.

What to pack for Vancouver in January

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Is January a good time to visit Vancouver?

🧳 January is cold in Vancouver. City sightseeing works fine if you dress for it, but pack properly and expect short days.

If your dates are flexible, the most comfortable months in Vancouver are usually June, July, August and September.

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FAQ

How hot is Vancouver in January?

In January, Vancouver averages a daytime high of about 5°C and a night-time low of around 1°C, based on recent historical data. That makes it the coldest month of the year there.

Does it rain in Vancouver in January?

January is one of the wetter months in Vancouver, with around 315 mm of rain - plan around showers.

Is January a good time to visit Vancouver?

January is cold in Vancouver. City sightseeing works fine if you dress for it, but pack properly and expect short days. If your dates are flexible, the most comfortable months in Vancouver are usually June, July, August and September.