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Fort Macleod weather in January (Alberta, Canada)

Looking to travel to Fort Macleod in January? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In January, Fort Macleod typically experiences very low temperatures and low snow/rainfall. January falls within the winter season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 0°C, while night temperatures can drop to -10°C. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

Fort Macleod in January usually receives low snow/rainfall, averaging around 19 mm for the month. It's the month receiving the least amount of rain. As the days go by, you can expect fewer clouds and less precipitation. This makes it an ideal time for outdoor activities and events that might be disrupted by wetter conditions in other months. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 7 days of the month will see snow/rainfall.

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

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

 

Fort Macleod, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -10°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 0°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 23%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 19 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 7 days  

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 this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. Also, consider bringing a rain jacket as there might be some rain.

What To Do

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

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

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