Yellowknife weather in January (Northwest Territories, Canada)
How is the weather in Yellowknife in January? This guide provides all the details you need.
In January, Yellowknife typically experiences very low temperatures and low snowfall. January is a winter month. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around -21°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -28°C. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.
Yellowknife in January usually receives low snowfall, averaging around 16 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 10 days of the month will see snowfall.
The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 50 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Yellowknife. July typically offers 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 Yellowknife climate page with graphs.
Yellowknife, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
-28°C
Max Temperature
-21°C
Chance of Rain
34%
Precipitation
16 mm
Rainy days
10 days
Humidity
64%
Sunshine
50 hours
Percentage Sunshine
26%
Where to go in Canada in January
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So, what should you wear in Yellowknife in January?
Visitors traveling to Yellowknife 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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