Mid-winter · Weather & things to do
Prince Edward County in January
This is the coldest month in Prince Edward County: highs average 30°F (-1°C) and lows 18°F (-8°C), with about 2.5 in (63 mm) of rain or snow.
With a comfort score of 39/100 (11th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cool days.
- Avg high
- 30°F (-1°C)
- Avg low
- 18°F (-8°C)
- Rain or snow
- 2.5 in (63 mm)
- Humidity
- 89%
- Cloud cover
- 84%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 03 min
- Comfort score
- 39/100 · Tough
What January feels like
Real cold sets in, with afternoon highs around 30°F (-1°C).
Average lows of 18°F (-8°C) mean frosty nights and icy mornings.
Expect about 2.5 in (63 mm) of precipitation (rain or snow). Because the average temperature is below freezing, snow is likely on some days.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 84%.
Only about 9 h 03 min of daylight means early sunsets.
Plan around January
January is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are June – September.
- Comfort holds steady from December (38 → 39/100).
- Our Toronto, Niagara & Prince Edward County route recommends May – Oct, so January falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for January
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 18°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Waterproof outer layerabout 2.5 in of rain or snow
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Prince Edward County in January
With highs near 30°F, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Drake Devonshire
Lakeside inn restaurant in Wellington with a glassed-in dining room on the water.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 30°F.
Picton
County seat with a main street of galleries, bakeries and the Regent Theatre.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop when highs sit around 30°F.
Closson Chase
Winery in a purple barn known for Chardonnay grown on limestone soils.
Why now Somewhere to warm up between colder walks.
Slickers Ice Cream
Small-batch ice cream shop with flavours using County ingredients.
Why now A cozy break on a 30°F day.
Norman Hardie Winery
Celebrated Pinot Noir and Chardonnay producer with a summer wood-fired pizza patio.
Nearby in January
- Seneca Lake in January~79 mi · highs 31°F, 2.4 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Keuka Lake in January~97 mi · highs 31°F, 2.1 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Niagara Falls & Niagara-on-the-Lake in January~109 mi · highs 32°F, 2.3 in rain or snow · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Toronto in January~109 mi · highs 32°F, 2.1 in rain or snow · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Prince Edward County in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Prince Edward County?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 39/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are June – September. Expect highs of 30°F (-1°C) and 2.5 in (63 mm) of rain or snow. Our Toronto, Niagara & Prince Edward County route recommends May – Oct, so January is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Prince Edward County in January?
Average highs are 30°F (-1°C) and average lows 18°F (-8°C), making it the coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Prince Edward County in January?
Some: about 2.5 in (63 mm) of rain or snow falls across January on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. With temperatures this low, much of it may fall as snow. The annual total is about 31.4 in (798 mm).
What should I pack for Prince Edward County in January?
Bring hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 18°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days), waterproof outer layer (about 2.5 in of rain or snow) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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