January weather forecast
Vancouver, WA

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The intricate design of the road acting as a bridge over a calm, blue river in Vancouver, Washington
The intricate design of the road acting as a bridge over a calm, blue river in Vancouver, Washington

Weather in January

Vancouver, Washington ushers in the year with relatively temperate conditions, despite being in the deep throes of winter. The month sees a median humidity of 84%, becoming one of the moistest periods of the year. Despite this, clear skies can be rare due to high cloud cover, which makes it hard to predict sunshine hours with certainty. While January does see some light snowfall at 0.63" (16mm), the city is by no means a winter wonderland. Residents carry on daily activities unhindered, yet a keen windy bite of 5.5mph (8.9km/h) reminds them of the winter season.

Temperature

January's advent presents an average high-temperature of a still chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C), indicating a slight variation from the conditions of the previous month. During January, the average low-temperature is a cold 34.9°F (1.6°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

Rainfall

In Vancouver, in January, it is raining for 19.3 days, with typically 5.04" (128mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Vancouver, during the entire year, the rain falls for 177.1 days and collects up to 34.29" (871mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Vancouver, in January, during 1.3 snowfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Vancouver, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.9 days and aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 11min.
On the first day of January in Vancouver, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:14 pm PST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and February, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in January translates into this advice:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Vancouver in January?

In January, in Vancouver, the average high-temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 34.9°F (1.6°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 84%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Vancouver, during January, the rain falls for 19.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.04" (128mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Vancouver, during January, snow falls for 1.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Vancouver have in January?

In Vancouver, the average day length in January is 9h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Vancouver?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:14 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January and February, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Vancouver have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Vancouver, WA

Average temperature in January - Vancouver, WA
  • Average high temperature in January: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (43.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 34.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (54°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (34°F).

Average pressure in January
Vancouver, WA

Average pressure in January - Vancouver, WA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (30"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Vancouver, WA

Average wind speed in January - Vancouver, WA
  • Average wind speed in January: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (5.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Vancouver, WA

Average humidity in January - Vancouver, WA
  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (65%).

Average rainfall in January
Vancouver, WA

Average rainfall in January - Vancouver, WA
  • Average rainfall in January: 5.04"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (5.08").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.35").

Average rainfall days in January
Vancouver, WA

Average rainfall days in January - Vancouver, WA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 19.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Vancouver, WA

Average snowfall in January - Vancouver, WA
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Vancouver, WA

Average snowfall days in January - Vancouver, WA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Vancouver, WA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Vancouver, WA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Vancouver, WA

Average sunshine days in January - Vancouver, WA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 10.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Vancouver, WA

Average UV index in January - Vancouver, WA
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Vancouver, WA

Average cloud cover in January - Vancouver, WA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in January
Vancouver, WA

Average visibility in January - Vancouver, WA
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (5mi).

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