Waterton Lakes National Park weather in January (Alberta, Canada)
What should you pack for a trip to Waterton Lakes National Park in January? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.
Temperatures
January in Waterton Lakes National Park generally includes very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. The month of January belongs to the winter season. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around -3°C. At night, they will likely drop to about -11°C. As one of the coldest months, it's important to layer up to stay warm. Don't let the chill catch you off-guard.
Precipitation
Waterton Lakes National Park in January usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 51 mm for the month. This month is perfect for outdoor adventures, thanks to its lack of rain. Make the most of this dry weather. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 11 days of snow.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Waterton Lakes National Park. July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Waterton Lakes National Park climate page with graphs.
Waterton Lakes National Park, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
-11°C
Max Temperature
-3°C
Chance of Rain
35%
Precipitation
51 mm
Rainy days
11 days
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.
perfect weather
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tolerable
unpleasant
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So, what should you wear in this month?
Visitors traveling to Waterton Lakes National Park 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.
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