January · Canada
Best time to visit Butchart Gardens in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Butchart Gardens in January
Average temperature 4°C, 185 mm of rain, about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 92% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
2.6/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 4°C
- Rainfall
- 185 mm
- Humidity
- 92%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 0
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
January in Butchart Gardens scores 2.6/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 4°C, 185 mm of rain, and roughly 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Butchart Gardens fills a former quarry with seasonal flower displays, fountains, and evening illuminations near Victoria.
January in Butchart Gardens — off-season conditions
Expect 4°C (40°F) in January. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
185 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only almost no days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 2.6/10 on the same scale — 11th of 12 months, versus 9.5/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, July is materially better in Butchart Gardens — 6.9 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Butchart Gardens in January?
- In January, Butchart Gardens averages 4°C, 185 mm of rain, and about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 2.6/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Butchart Gardens?
- January earns a 2.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Butchart Gardens in January?
- Expect about 185 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 92% and there are about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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