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Grande Prairie Weather in January

Grande Prairie in January sees very low temperatures, with highs around -6°C (21°F) and overnight lows of -15°C (5°F). Around 34 mm (1.3 in) of snowfall is typical, so a light rain jacket is a sensible addition to your bag.

Rainfall in Grande Prairie in January

Historically, approximately 12 days this month are expected to have snow, averaging 34 mm (1.3 in). Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in Grande Prairie in January

Grande Prairie in January gets highs of -6°C (21°F) during the day and drops to -15°C (5°F) at night. The winter season is characteristic of January. Time outdoors is usually more comfortable with proper winter clothing and protection from wind. At -15°C (5°F) overnight, frost and ice are likely outside. Indoors, consider packing an extra blanket if you're unsure about the heating. It is the coldest month of the year, so be sure to pack proper winter clothing for the conditions.Pack accordingly with warm clothes.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Grande Prairie. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Grande Prairie Temperature in January

Min Temperature
-15°C (5°F)
Max Temperature
-6°C (21°F)
Chance of Rain
40%
Precipitation
34 mm (1.3 in)
Rainy days
12 days

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Grande Prairie in January

We recommend you pack up your warm winter gear for Grande Prairie in January. If you have insulated boots, thermal layers, and a heavy winter coat that can handle snow and freezing temperatures it's smart to bring them. Don't forget gloves, a warm hat, and a scarf. Some rain is possible, so pack something to handle light showers.

What To Do in Grande Prairie in January

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

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

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