Slave Lake weather in January (Alberta, Canada)
What can you expect from the weather in Slave Lake during January? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.
In January, Slave Lake typically experiences very low temperatures and low snowfall. January falls within the winter season. Daytime temperatures hover around -7°C, while nights can cool down to about -17°C. It's often the coldest month of the year, a perfect time to cozy up indoors. Make sure to bring along suitable winter clothing.
Slave Lake in January usually receives low snowfall, averaging around 29 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 12 days of the month will see snowfall.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Slave Lake. August generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Slave Lake climate page with graphs.
Slave Lake, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
-17°C
Max Temperature
-7°C
Chance of Rain
41%
Precipitation
29 mm
Rainy days
12 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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So, what should you wear in this month?
Visitors traveling to Slave Lake 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.
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