Alert weather in January (Canada)

Can you expect sunny skies in Alert in January? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

In January, Alert usually has very low temperatures and low snowfall. During January, the winter season is in full swing. Daytime temperatures generally peak at -27°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around -33°C. This month is known for its biting cold, so make sure to dress warmly. Proper preparation can help you stay cozy.

Precipitation

Alert in January usually receives low snowfall, averaging around 12 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 8 days of snow are anticipated.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 0 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Alert climate page with graphs.

 

Alert, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -33°C  

Max Temperature -27°C  

Chance of Rain 27%  

Precipitation 12 mm  

Rainy days 8 days  

Humidity 66%  

Windspeed 7 km/h  

Sunshine 0 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 0%  

Where to go in Canada in January

Find out more about the weather in Canada and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Visitors traveling to Alert should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

1/10

Cycling

1/10

Walking

1/10

Camping

2/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Alert.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Canada? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Canada. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.