Temperature in Banff National Park in January

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Banff National Park, Canada this January.

Banff National Park, Canada, a region in Canada, typically experiences very cold weather in January, with maximum daytime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and nighttime temperatures around -17°C (1°F) in Banff. January is part of the winter season

What is the temperature of the different cities in Banff National Park, Canada in January?

Explore the map below to discover average January temperatures at the top destinations in Banff National Park. For a deeper dive, simply click on any destination dot.

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See also: Banff National Park weather by month.

Best Places to Visit in Banff National Park in January

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in January: blue is cold, red is hot.

See all January weather averages, cities and regions in Banff National Park

Banff National Park temperatures in January: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Banff National Park, Canada in January?

Banff averages a daytime high of -9°C (16°F) in January, which is very low for Banff National Park, Canada.

How cold does it get at night in Banff National Park, Canada in January?

Banff sees nighttime lows close to -17°C (1°F) in January.

How much sun does Banff National Park, Canada get in January?

Banff 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.

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