British Columbia (Vancouver)
January
Weather in British Columbia for January 2026
Your guide to British Columbia weather in January - trends and predictions
With an average of 4 snowy days, British Columbia usually enjoys a light touch of snow in January.
According to British Columbia snow forecast for January 2026, no snow is expected until the end of the month.So far, January 2026 in British Columbia is slightly warmer than the historical average by 0.7 °C.
The forecast for the next days in British Columbia predicts temperatures to be around 9 °C, close to the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in British Columbia at the beginning of January is 6.1 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 7.9 °C by the end of January.
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British Columbia Weather January
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What’s the Weather Like in British Columbia This January?
Discover the average temperatures and weather trends across British Columbia’s cities this January.
Temperatures trend during January in British Columbia
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January weather in British Columbia day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| 1 Jan. |  Overcast | 5° /2° | 1.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 2 Jan. |  Light drizzle | 6° /4° | 5.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 3 Jan. |  Moderate or heavy rain shower | 7° /5° | 26.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 4 Jan. |  Light rain shower | 7° /5° | 32.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 5 Jan. | Light rain shower | 7° /4° | 10.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 6 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 6° /3° | 22.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 7 Jan. |  Light snow | 5° /2° | 6.5 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 8 Jan. |  Light sleet | 5° /2° | 4.1 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| 9 Jan. | Light rain shower | 7° /3° | 4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 10 Jan. |  Light snow showers | 6° /3° | 10.2 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 11 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 6° /2° | 32.4 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| 12 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 4° /1° | 42.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 5° /1° | 11.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 14 Jan. |  Fog | 5° /1° | 3.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 15 Jan. | Fog | 5° /2° | 1.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 16 Jan. |  Heavy rain at times | 6° /2° | 4.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 17 Jan. | Moderate rain at times | 5° /1° | 8.4 mm | 4.1 cm | |
| 18 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 3° /0° | 7.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 19 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 4° /1° | 3.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 20 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 6° /1° | 1.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 21 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 6° /2° | 4.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 22 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 4° /1° | 7.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 23 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 5° /2° | 2.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 24 Jan. | Moderate rain at times | 6° /2° | 3.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 25 Jan. |  Partly cloudy | 6° /2° | 1.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 26 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /2° | 1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 27 Jan. | Overcast | 7° /3° | 9.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 28 Jan. |  Moderate rain | 9° /5° | 19.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 29 Jan. |  Heavy rain | 8° /7° | 96.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 30 Jan. | Heavy rain | 8° /7° | 119.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 31 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 10° /8° | 2.5 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for British Columbia in January is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the British Columbia forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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British Columbia in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in British Columbia during January?
During January, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 5° and lows near 3°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.
How much rainfall should be expected in British Columbia during January?
Significant rainfall exceeding 212.1 mm is expected in British Columbia during January, occurring over more than 27 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in British Columbia in January 2026?
British Columbia experiences an average snowfall of 7.29333 cm during January, occurring over 4 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in British Columbia during January?
The average wind speed in British Columbia during January is 15 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
British Columbia snow forecast January 2026
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On average, British Columbia sees 4 snowy days during January, with approximately 7.3 cm of total snowfall.
January rainfall patterns in British Columbia
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Typically, British Columbia has 27 rainy days in January with a total of 212.1 mm of rainfall.
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