Northwest Territories (Yellowknife)
January
Weather in Northwest Territories for January 2026
Your guide to Northwest Territories weather in January - trends and predictions
Northwest Territories typically experiences moderate snowfall in January, with an average of 8 snowy days.
In general, the average temperature in Northwest Territories at the beginning of January is -24 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of -11.6 °C by the end of January.
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23
Dry days
0
Rainy days
8
Snow days
-22°/-32°
Temperatures
15 km/h
Avg max wind
96 %
Avg humidity
Northwest Territories Weather January
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| Sun. | Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  -16° | 2  -25° | 3 -24° | ||||
| 4  -29° | 5  -28° | 6 -26° | 7 -20° | 8 -22° | 9 -27° | 10 -23° |
| 11 -28° | 12 -24° | 13 -20° | 14 -18° | 15 -15° | 16  -19° | 17 -19° |
| 18 -26° | 19 -25° | 20 -17° | 21 -14° | 22  -15° | 23 -11° | 24 -15° |
| 25 -9° | 26 -10° | 27  -14° | 28 -9° | 29  -10° | 30 -13° | 31 -16° |
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Temperatures trend during January in Northwest Territories
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January weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan. | Light snow | -16° /-29° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 2 Jan. | Light freezing rain | -25° /-33° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 3 Jan. | Light snow | -24° /-34° | 0.2 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 4 Jan. | Freezing fog | -29° /-38° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 5 Jan. | Mist | -28° /-37° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 6 Jan. | Freezing fog | -26° /-37° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 7 Jan. | Freezing fog | -20° /-29° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 8 Jan. | Freezing fog | -22° /-31° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 9 Jan. | Freezing fog | -27° /-34° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 10 Jan. | Light snow | -23° /-29° | 0.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 11 Jan. | Freezing fog | -28° /-35° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 12 Jan. | Light snow | -24° /-31° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 Jan. | Freezing fog | -20° /-28° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 14 Jan. | Freezing fog | -18° /-30° | 0.7 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| 15 Jan. | Freezing fog | -15° /-30° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 16 Jan. | Overcast | -19° /-29° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 17 Jan. | Freezing fog | -19° /-32° | 0.4 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| 18 Jan. | Freezing fog | -26° /-34° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 19 Jan. | Freezing fog | -25° /-35° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 20 Jan. | Light snow | -17° /-28° | 0.3 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 21 Jan. | Freezing fog | -14° /-27° | 0.9 mm | 0.6 cm | |
| 22 Jan. | Moderate snow | -15° /-33° | 0.5 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| 23 Jan. | Light snow | -11° /-23° | 0.5 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| 24 Jan. | Light snow | -15° /-30° | 0.2 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 25 Jan. | Moderate snow | -9° /-22° | 0.5 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| 26 Jan. | Overcast | -10° /-20° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 27 Jan. | Heavy snow | -14° /-20° | 3.5 mm | 2.7 cm | |
| 28 Jan. | Light freezing rain | -9° /-22° | 0.3 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 29 Jan. | Light drizzle | -10° /-26° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 30 Jan. | Light snow | -13° /-25° | 0.1 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 31 Jan. | Freezing fog | -16° /-28° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Northwest Territories 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 Northwest Territories forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Northwest Territories in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Northwest Territories during January?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding -22° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in Northwest Territories during January?
Rainfall in Northwest Territories during January is rare to nonexistent, with the total expected rainfall being less than 10 mm and approximately 0 days seeing any precipitation. Planning without the concern for rain is generally straightforward during this very dry period.
Will it snow in Northwest Territories in January 2026?
Northwest Territories experiences an average snowfall of 5.54 cm during January, occurring over 8 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Northwest Territories during January?
The average wind speed in Northwest Territories during January is 15 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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