Banff
January
Weather in Banff for January 2026
Your guide to Banff weather in January - trends and predictions
The climate of Banff in January is quite snowy, averaging 14 snowy days.
In general, the average temperature in Banff at the beginning of January is -5 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 0 °C by the end of January.
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17
Dry days
0
Rainy days
14
Snow days
-8°/-17°
Temperatures
11 km/h
Avg max wind
91 %
Avg humidity
Banff Weather January
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| Sun. | Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  -6° | 2  -7° | 3  -5° | ||||
| 4 -2° | 5  -4° | 6  -6° | 7 -5° | 8 -8° | 9 -6° | 10 -8° |
| 11 -13° | 12  -17° | 13  -12° | 14 -10° | 15 -8° | 16  -8° | 17  -11° |
| 18 -17° | 19 -8° | 20 -6° | 21  -5° | 22 -4° | 23 -3° | 24 -5° |
| 25 -4° | 26 -2° | 27 1° | 28 2° | 29 2° | 30 0° | 31 1° |
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Temperatures trend during January in Banff
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January weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| 1 Jan. | Light freezing rain | -6° /-18° | 0.2 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 2 Jan. | Mist | -7° /-17° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 3 Jan. | Cloudy | -5° /-15° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 4 Jan. | Mist | -2° /-12° | 1.4 mm | 1 cm | |
| 5 Jan. | Patchy heavy snow | -4° /-13° | 0.4 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 6 Jan. | Moderate snow | -6° /-15° | 1.1 mm | 0.8 cm | |
| 7 Jan. | Moderate snow | -5° /-15° | 0.4 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 8 Jan. | Mist | -8° /-17° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 9 Jan. | Patchy moderate snow | -6° /-15° | 0.4 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 10 Jan. | Moderate snow | -8° /-20° | 0.7 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| 11 Jan. | Moderate snow | -13° /-25° | 0.6 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| 12 Jan. | Freezing fog | -17° /-29° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 Jan. | Partly cloudy | -12° /-27° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 14 Jan. | Moderate snow | -10° /-19° | 0.3 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 15 Jan. | Mist | -8° /-19° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 16 Jan. | Overcast | -8° /-16° | 0.1 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 17 Jan. | Heavy snow | -11° /-21° | 1.8 mm | 1.3 cm | |
| 18 Jan. | Freezing fog | -17° /-29° | 0.3 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 19 Jan. | Partly cloudy | -8° /-22° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 20 Jan. | Mist | -6° /-20° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 21 Jan. | Light snow | -5° /-14° | 0.2 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 22 Jan. | Mist | -4° /-15° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 23 Jan. | Mist | -3° /-13° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 24 Jan. | Light freezing rain | -5° /-15° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 25 Jan. | Light freezing rain | -4° /-18° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 26 Jan. | Mist | -2° /-15° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 27 Jan. | Light freezing rain | 1° /-12° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 28 Jan. | Freezing fog | 2° /-7° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 29 Jan. | Freezing fog | 2° /-8° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 30 Jan. | Fog | 0° /-9° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 31 Jan. | Mist | 1° /-8° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Banff in January is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Banff forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Banff in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Banff during January?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding -8° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in Banff during January?
Expect minimal rainfall in Banff during January, with a total of 13.8 mm over approximately 0 days. This minimal precipitation is unlikely to significantly impact plans.
Will it snow in Banff in January 2026?
Banff experiences an average snowfall of 8.9 cm during January, occurring over 14 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Banff during January?
The average wind speed in Banff during January is 11 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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