Monthly Archives: January 2026

Weather

3 day weather

📍 Monday – Jan 19, 2026

❄️ Snowy & cold

Morning & Midday

  • 6 AM: ~-3 °C, partly cloudy, feels like -7 °C

  • 9 AM: ~-2 °C, partly cloudy, feels like -6 °C

  • 10–11 AM: ~-1 °C to 0 °C, still partly cloudy with limited snow chance

Afternoon (Snow Most Likely)

  • 12 PM: ~1 °C, mostly sunny then becoming cloudy

  • 1–3 PM: ~2 °C, sunny to mostly sunny — snow likely building later

  • 3 PM: Snow showers begin with reduced visibility

  • 4–5 PM: Snow intensity increases, accumulating a bit through the afternoon into evening

Evening & Night

  • Snow continues into the evening before tapering later.

  • Temps fall back to around -6 °C overnight with flurries possible.

Key: Snow bands most likely mid-afternoon into early evening.

📍 Tuesday – Jan 20, 2026

🌞 Very Cold & Mostly Sunny

Morning

  • Early -15 °C or colder, skies clear and brisk.

Daytime

  • 9 AM – 3 PM: Bright sunshine, highs near -5 °C, but feels much colder due to wind chill.

Evening

  • Skies remain clear; temperatures drop again into the -10 °C to -15 °C range.

📍 Wednesday – Jan 21, 2026

☀️ Cold with Sun & Clouds

Morning

  • Very cold start around -11 °C.

Daytime

  • 10 AM – 3 PM: Mostly sunny turning partly cloudy; highs ~-6 °C

  • Feels cold but pleasant in sunshine.

Evening

  • Clouds increase slightly; temps drop back overnight.

🕒 Hourly Summary at a Glance

Monday

  • 6–10 AM: Chilly & mostly dry

  • 11 AM–3 PM: Snow developing

  • 4–8 PM: Snow likely heavier, perhaps slick roads

  • Night: Flurries, colder

Tuesday

  • All day: Sunny but bitterly cold

Wednesday

  • Morning: Cold & clear

  • Midday: Sunshine

  • Evening: Partly cloudy

🌡️ Temperature Highlights

  • Mon High: ~-1 °C (winds/wind chill colder)

  • Mon Night: ~-6 °C

  • Tue High: ~-5 °C (feels colder)

  • Tue Night: ~-15 °C

  • Wed High: ~-6 °C

  • Wed Night: ~-11 °C

Weather

7-Day Forecast (Jan 16–23, 2026)

🌦️ English – 7-Day Forecast (Jan 16–23, 2026)

Date High Low Conditions / Precipitation
Fri, Jan 16 -6 °C -6 °C Snow likely, ~1 cm ❄️
Sat, Jan 17 2 °C -3 °C Cool with light snow ☁️
Sun, Jan 18 0 °C -5 °C Snow, 1–3 cm ❄️
Mon, Jan 19 -1 °C -5 °C Mostly cloudy, light snow possible ☁️
Tue, Jan 20 -3 °C -17 °C Colder with snow, 5–10 cm ❄️
Wed, Jan 21 -10 °C -12 °C Very cold, mainly dry ☀️/☁️
Thu, Jan 22 -7 °C -13 °C Cold with some snow ☃️
Fri, Jan 23 -7 °C -13 °C Cold, snow showers possible ❄️
Note: Daytime highs and nighttime lows are approximate and may vary slightly.
     

🌨️ Українською – Прогноз погоди на 7 днів (16–23 січня 2026)

Дата Макс / Мін (°C) Погода / Опади
Пт, 16 січ -6 ° / -6 ° Сніг, близько 1 см ❄️
Сб, 17 січ 2 ° / -3 ° Прохолодно, легкий сніг ☁️
Нд, 18 січ 0 ° / -5 ° Сніг, 1–3 см ❄️
Пн, 19 січ -1 ° / -5 ° Хмарно, можливий невеликий сніг ☁️
Вт, 20 січ -3 ° / -17 ° Дуже холодно, сніг 5–10 см ❄️
Ср, 21 січ -10 ° / -12 ° Дуже холодно, без істотних опадів 🌤️
Чт, 22 січ -7 ° / -13 ° Холодно, місцями сніг ☃️
Пт, 23 січ -7 ° / -13 ° Холодно, можливі сніжинки ❄️
Температури та погодні умови можуть дещо змінюватися.
   

🌬️ En Français – Prévisions météo 7 jours (16–23 janvier 2026)

Date Max / Min (°C) Conditions / Précipitations
Ven 16 jan -6 ° / -6 ° Neige probable, ~1 cm ❄️
Sam 17 jan 2 ° / -3 ° Froid, neige légère ☁️
Dim 18 jan 0 ° / -5 ° Neige, 1–3 cm ❄️
Lun 19 jan -1 ° / -5 ° Nuageux, neige possible ☁️
Mar 20 jan -3 ° / -17 ° Très froid, neige 5–10 cm ❄️
Mer 21 jan -10 ° / -12 ° Très froid, surtout sec 🌤️
Jeu 22 jan -7 ° / -13 ° Froid avec quelques chutes de neige ☃️
Ven 23 jan -7 ° / -13 ° Froid, averses de neige possibles ❄️
Les températures peuvent légèrement varier.
   

📌 Notes

  • Weather in January in Saint John is typically very cold with snow and occasional heavier snowfall mid-week.

  • Always check closer to the date for minor changes—winter weather forecasts can shift rapidly.

🌤️ Day-by-Day Forecast with Icons

🇬🇧 English

Date Forecast
Jan 16 (Fri) ❄️ Snow, around -6 °C
Jan 17 (Sat) ☁️ Light snow, 2 °C / -3 °C
Jan 18 (Sun) ❄️ Snow (1–3 cm), 0 °C / -5 °C
Jan 19 (Mon) ☁️ Mostly cloudy, flurries possible, -1 °C / -5 °C
Jan 20 (Tue) ❄️ Heavier snow (5–10 cm), -3 °C / -17 °C
Jan 21 (Wed) 🥶 Very cold, mainly dry, -10 °C / -12 °C
Jan 22 (Thu) ☃️ Cold, occasional snow, -7 °C / -13 °C
Jan 23 (Fri) ❄️ Snow showers possible, -7 °C / -13 °C

🇺🇦 Українською

Дата Прогноз
16 січ (пт) ❄️ Сніг, близько -6 °C
17 січ (сб) ☁️ Легкий сніг, 2 °C / -3 °C
18 січ (нд) ❄️ Сніг (1–3 см), 0 °C / -5 °C
19 січ (пн) ☁️ Хмарно, можливі опади, -1 °C / -5 °C
20 січ (вт) ❄️ Сильніший сніг (5–10 см), -3 °C / -17 °C
21 січ (ср) 🥶 Дуже холодно, без опадів, -10 °C / -12 °C
22 січ (чт) ☃️ Холодно, місцями сніг, -7 °C / -13 °C
23 січ (пт) ❄️ Можливі сніжні зливи, -7 °C / -13 °C

🇫🇷 Français

Date Prévisions
16 jan (ven) ❄️ Neige, env. -6 °C
17 jan (sam) ☁️ Neige faible, 2 °C / -3 °C
18 jan (dim) ❄️ Neige (1–3 cm), 0 °C / -5 °C
19 jan (lun) ☁️ Nuageux, flocons possibles, -1 °C / -5 °C
20 jan (mar) ❄️ Forte neige (5–10 cm), -3 °C / -17 °C
21 jan (mer) 🥶 Très froid, temps sec, -10 °C / -12 °C
22 jan (jeu) ☃️ Froid avec neige occasionnelle, -7 °C / -13 °C
23 jan (ven) ❄️ Averses de neige possibles, -7 °C / -13 °C

🚗 Winter Travel Advice (All Languages)

🇬🇧 English

  • Expect snow-covered and icy roads, especially Jan 18–20

  • Winter tires are essential

  • Allow extra time for driving and flights

  • Dress in layers, with insulated boots and gloves

  • Wind chill near the Bay of Fundy can feel much colder

🇺🇦 Українською

  • Можливі слизькі дороги та сильний сніг

  • Зимова гума обовʼязкова

  • Плануйте поїздки з запасом часу

  • Одягайтесь багатошарово, тепле взуття обовʼязкове

  • Вітер біля затоки посилює холод

🇫🇷 Français

  • Routes enneigées et glacées probables

  • Pneus d’hiver indispensables

  • Prévoir des retards de transport

  • Vêtements très chauds recommandés

  • Le vent côtier accentue le froid

News & Highlights, The World

Iran today

Here are the latest verified updates on the protests in Iran (mid-January 2026) — covering the situation on the ground, casualties, government response, internet and communications status, and international reactions:

Latest Iran Protests & Government Crackdown (January 2026)
At least 2,571 killed in Iran's protests, Trump says 'help is on the way'

Reuters

At least 2,571 killed in Iran’s protests, Trump says ‘help is on the way’
Today
Hundreds of gunshot eye injuries found in one Iranian hospital amid brutal crackdown on protests

The Guardian

Hundreds of gunshot eye injuries found in one Iranian hospital amid brutal crackdown on protests
Today
The Latest: Iranian judge signals trials and executions as activists say death toll surpasses 2,500

AP News

The Latest: Iranian judge signals trials and executions as activists say death toll surpasses 2,500
Today
Iran protests live: Military on high alert as US ramps up attack threats

Al Jazeera

Iran protests live: Military on high alert as US ramps up attack threats
Today
Iran latest: US personnel pulling out of key Middle East base - as Iran vows revenge for any attacks

Sky News

Iran latest: US personnel pulling out of key Middle East base – as Iran vows revenge for any attacks
Today
 

🔥 Current Situation in Iran

1. Protests remain widespread and intense
Mass anti-government demonstrations that began in late December 2025 over deep economic woes (inflation, unemployment, currency collapse) have expanded into broader opposition to theocratic rule, with protests reported in hundreds of cities and locations nationwide.

2. Severe government crackdown continues
Iran’s security forces — including the IRGC and Basij militias — are using live ammunition, shotguns, tear gas, and forceful arrests against demonstrators. Hospitals are treating large numbers of serious injuries, including hundreds of gunshot wounds to eyes and heads, suggesting highly aggressive crowd-control tactics. 3. Internet and communication disruptions
A near-total national internet blackout was imposed beginning 8 January 2026 to block information flow and protest coordination — although some phone calls abroad have been partially restored recently.

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Casualties, Arrests & Death Sentences

4. Death toll estimates have soared

  • According to Iranian activist groups, the death toll has reached at least ~2,500–2,570 people — making this one of the deadliest protest crackdowns in decades.

Official Iranian acknowledgement has cited around 2,000 deaths, but activist sources and external estimates suggest numbers could be even higher amid ongoing violence and communication blackouts.

5. Mass arrests and possible executions

  • Rights groups report over ~18,000 people detained since late December, including protesters, bystanders, and critics.

Iranian judiciary officials have pledged fast-track trials and executions for many detained demonstrators, raising grave human rights concerns.

6. High-profile sentences

  • Erfan Soltani, a 26-year-old protester, was sentenced to death on charges of “waging war against God” (moharebeh) — symbolizing the government’s harsh legal stance against demonstrators.

🛡️ Government Messaging & Tactics

7. Iranian government response

  • Officials claim the situation is “under control” and attribute unrest to foreign influence and “terrorist operatives,” while security forces maintain a heavy presence in major cities.

Concrete barriers and increased fortifications have been reported around key urban centers.

🌍 International Reactions & Risks

8. U.S. and global involvement

  • U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed support for protesters, urged them to continue, warned of “strong action,” and cancelled diplomatic engagements with Iran’s leadership.

Trump has also suggested possible economic measures (e.g., import tariffs) and warned Americans to leave Iran due to instability and potential conflict.

9. Strategic tensions rising

  • Iran has threatened retaliation if the U.S. takes military action, and there are reports of U.S. personnel adjustments at strategic bases in the region amid heightened tensions.

Other nations (e.g., India) have issued travel advisories for their citizens in Iran.

📝 Summary Snapshot

Aspect Status (Mid-Jan 2026)
Protests Nationwide, ongoing in 200+ cities
Casualties ~2,500+ killed; thousands more wounded
Arrests ~18,000+ detained
Government crackdown Heavy force, live fire, trials/executions
Internet/communication Near-total blackout, partially eased
International tension U.S. and Iran exchanges intensify

⚠️ Context

This protest wave — which began over economic grievances — has evolved into a larger challenge to Iran’s political system, attracting international condemnation and escalating diplomatic and strategic tensions. Independent reporting remains difficult due to official communications blackouts.

History

This weeks History

🇨🇦 January 11 — Sir John A. Macdonald & Cold Climate Records

  • Sir John A. Macdonald Day: Canadians commemorate the birth of Sir John A. Macdonald (1815), Canada’s first prime minister and key architect of Confederation. The day was created by federal act to honor his role in founding the nation.

Extreme Cold Record: On January 11, 1911, Fort Vermilion, Alberta recorded one of the coldest temperatures in North America (−61.2 °C), highlighting Canada’s harsh northern climate.

Notable Birth: Anne Heggtveit, Canadian alpine ski gold medalist, was born on this date.

🇨🇦 January 12 — Early 20th-Century Events

  • Stephen Harper Leadership Entry (2004): Future prime minister Stephen Harper entered the Conservative Party leadership race on this date.

(General history resources list other global events on this date; specific major Canada-wide political or landmark law events tied strictly to Jan 12 are less prominent in common Canadian timelines.)

🇨🇦 January 13 — Contemporary Diplomacy

  • 2026 Mark Carney China Visit: Prime Minister Mark Carney began a major visit to China (Jan 13-17, 2026), the first Canadian prime ministerial trip there since 2017, aiming to reset bilateral relations and expand trade partnerships.

🇨🇦 January 14 — 20th Century Governance

  • PEI Leadership Change (1936): Thane Campbell became premier of Prince Edward Island, reflecting routine shifts in provincial leadership during the 1930s.

🇨🇦 January 15 — Pemmican Proclamation

  • Pemmican Proclamation (1814): Governor Miles MacDonell issued a controversial decree aimed at controlling pemmican trade in the Red River settlement, intensifying fur-trade rivalries and Indigenous tensions that shaped early Canadian colonial politics.

RCMP Musical Ride (1962): The RCMP Musical Ride became a permanent full-time unit of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police.

🇨🇦 January 16 — Auto Pact Agreement

  • Canada-U.S. Automotive Agreement (1965): The landmark Auto Pact was signed by Prime Minister Lester Pearson and U.S. President Lyndon Johnson, reshaping the North American auto industry with tariff-free car parts and integrated production across the border.

🇨🇦 January 17 — Women’s Suffrage Milestone

  • Manitoba Women’s Vote (1916): Manitoba became the first Canadian province to grant women the right to vote and hold office, a major step in the nation’s democratic history.

📌 Summary

Date Key Canadian Historical Highlight
Jan 11 Birth of Sir John A. Macdonald; extreme cold record
Jan 12 Stephen Harper enters PC leadership race (2004)
Jan 13 Beginning of landmark Canada–China diplomatic visit (2026)
Jan 14 Provincial leadership change in Prince Edward Island
Jan 15 Pemmican Proclamation (1814) & RCMP Musical Ride becomes permanent
Jan 16 Auto Pact signed, integrating Canada–U.S. auto industries
Jan 17 Women gain the vote in Manitoba (first province)