Banff weather in January (Alberta, Canada)

How's the weather trend in Banff as January approaches? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

In January, Banff typically experiences very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. January is part of the winter season. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around -9°C, cooling off to about -17°C at night. Expect very cold weather this month, so bundle up in warm clothing. It's essential to be ready for the chill.

Precipitation

Banff in January usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 36 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 10 days of snow are anticipated.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 57 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Banff. July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Banff, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -17°C  

Max Temperature -9°C  

Chance of Rain 33%  

Precipitation 36 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Humidity 63%  

Sunshine 57 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

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

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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 Banff 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?

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