Okotoks weather in January (Alberta, Canada)

Planning a trip to Okotoks in January? This guide provides all the details you need.

In January, Okotoks generally has very low temperatures and low snowfall. January falls within the winter season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around -1°C, while night temperatures can drop to -12°C. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

Okotoks in January usually receives low snowfall, averaging around 15 mm for the month. It is the driest month of the year. For those who prefer outdoor activities, it's a great time to explore without the huge concern of sudden downpours. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 6 days of snow.

The area enjoys a balanced 120 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Okotoks. July and August generally stand out with 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 Okotoks climate page with graphs.

 

Okotoks, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -12°C  

Max Temperature -1°C  

Chance of Rain 21%  

Precipitation 15 mm  

Rainy days 6 days  

Humidity 54% *  

Sunshine 120 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 45% *  

* Data from: Calgary, Canada (36 KM, 22 Miles).

Where to go in Canada in January

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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 Okotoks in January?

Visitors traveling to Okotoks 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

5/10

Cycling

1/10

Walking

1/10

Camping

2/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

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