What to pack for Vancouver in January
- a warm coat, hat and gloves
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
- waterproof boots — snow is likely
Humidity averages 85%; max daily wind around 19 km/h. Snow falls on about 3.2 days.
How January compares
Best months in Vancouver: July–August. See the full best time to visit Vancouver guide.
Vancouver in January: the details
In January, Vancouver sees average daytime highs of 6°C (43°F) and overnight lows of 2°C (35°F). Rainfall totals roughly 271 mm across 20.2 rainy days, and the sun shines about 3.3 hours per day with 8.4 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 85%.
In context: January is the 10th-warmest month and the second-wettest in Vancouver. The sunniest month is July (13.1 h/day).
| Metric | January average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 6°C / 43°F |
| Overnight low | 2°C / 35°F |
| Rainfall | 271 mm over 20.2 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 3.3 h/day (8.4 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 85% |
| Travel score | 0.1 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Vancouver, Canada (49.25, -123.12) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Vancouver in January?
Daytime highs in Vancouver in January average 6°C (43°F); nights drop to about 2°C.
Does it rain in Vancouver in January?
Expect around 20.2 rainy days and 271 mm of rainfall in January.
Is January a good time to visit Vancouver?
January is a challenging month to visit Vancouver — consider July–August instead. Overall travel score: 0.1/10. The best months are July–August.
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