Alberta - Canada weather in January 2026
January
Alberta - Canada weather in January 2026
January
Day
-2 °C
Night
-14 °C
Precipitation
18 mm
in month
Rainy days
7 days
in month
Daylight
8 hours
average
Sunshine
2 hours
average
Humidity
69 %
Day
-2 °C
Night
-14 °C
Precipitation
18 mm
in month
Rainy days
7 days
in month
Daylight
8 hours
average
Sunshine
2 hours
average
Humidity
69 %
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In January in Alberta, the average air temperature ranges from -2 °C (28 °F) during the day to -14 °C (8 °F) at night. There are 7 days of rain on average, where the rainfall is 18 mm (0.71 in).
Is January a good month to visit Alberta?
In January there are not good conditions to visit Alberta. Since Alberta is a region with winter sports possibilities, then January can be suitable to visit for this purpose. A relatively low temperature of -2 °C (28 °F) may be ideal for walking or outdoor activities, but some people may have a different idea of the holiday. The night temperature of -14 °C (8 °F) is not inviting for evening and night activities except for visiting a bar and having beer or two.
What temperature can I expect during the day in Alberta in January?
The average daily temperature in Alberta in January is -2 °C (28 °F). Don't forget to pack a warm jacket, gloves and several layers of clothing. It can be really cold with all the usual phenomena like freeze, snow, icy wind.
How many days of precipitation on average can I expect in Alberta in January?
There are 7 days, which are rainy in Alberta in January, that is, days with precipitation more than 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 1.6 days of the week, or in general - 24 % days.
What is the night temperature in January in Alberta?
The average night temperature in Alberta in January is -14 °C (8 °F). The nights will be cool, layers of clothes will be needed for evening and morning walks, the hotel should be equipped with heating.
How heavy is the precipitation in January in Alberta?
In Alberta in January, there is 18 mm (0.71 in) rainfall, which means on average 1 mm (0.02 in) rainfall per day.
Is January part of the wet season in Alberta?
No, there is no wet season in Alberta in January - you can expect 7 days of rain during the month.
How long is the day (from dawn till dusk) in Alberta in January?
The length of daylight in Alberta in January is 8 hours.
Is it freezing in Alberta in January?
It is possible that it will be freezing in Alberta in January, night temperatures will be -14 °C (8 °F) on average.
Is there a dry season in January in Alberta?
No, January is not a dry month in Alberta, expect rain approximately 7 days in a month.
How windy is it in January in Alberta?
An average wind scale that can be expected in Alberta in January is 3.
Is Alberta rainier in January than in February?
No, January in Alberta is not a rainier month than February.
What is the humidity in Alberta in January?
In Alberta in January, expect humidity around 69 %.
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