Canmore weather in January (Alberta, Canada)

Curious about the January weather in Canmore? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In January, Canmore typically experiences very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. January is a winter month. Daytime temperatures hover around -8°C, while nights can cool down to about -16°C. The month is chilly, so ensure you're equipped and dress warmly. Preparation becomes key in these temperatures.

Canmore in January usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 33 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 9 days of the month will see snowfall.

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 57 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Canmore. July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Canmore, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -16°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -8°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 31%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 33 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  
HumidityHumidity 63% *  
SunshineSunshine 57 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Banff, Canada (18 KM, 11 Miles).

Where to go in Canada in January

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

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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 Canmore in January?

Visitors traveling to Canmore 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 in January.

Swimming
1/10
Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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