Carcross weather in January (Yukon, Canada)

Can you expect sunny skies in Carcross in January? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

During January, Carcross usually has very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. January is typically considered a winter month. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around -12°C. At night, they will likely drop to about -19°C. The coldest month of the year calls for plenty of warm layers. Be sure to pack your winter gear.

Precipitation

Carcross in January usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 56 mm for the month. This month experiences about 9 days of snow according to historical data.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 44 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Carcross. July typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Carcross, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -19°C  

Max Temperature -12°C  

Chance of Rain 31%  

Precipitation 56 mm  

Rainy days 9 days  

Humidity 73% *  

Sunshine 44 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 22% *  

* Data from: Whitehorse, Canada (62 KM, 38 Miles).

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 Carcross 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

1/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

Interested in more climate information?

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

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