January weather forecastBanff, Canada
January
Weather in January
A new year in Banff, Canada begins with the long winter nights and bone-chilling cold. January showcases a snow-covered landscape, inviting enthusiasts of winter sports. There's a slight increase in snowfall from 142mm (5.59") to 174mm (6.85") transitioning toward February. Although it's the second coldest month of the year, the town’s beauty under a thick white blanket is a sight to behold. The days are short, yet the residents of Banff find joy in the cosy indoor warmth.Temperature
Transitioning into January, Banff experiences an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold -6.3°C (20.7°F), marking a minor shift from the preceding month. The average temperature drops to an extreme cold -13.9°C (7°F) during the night in the month of January.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 91%.Rainfall
January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 9.9 days and accumulates 18mm (0.71") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Banff, in January, snow falls for 18.4 days, with typically accumulated 142mm (5.59") of snow. In Banff, during the entire year, snow falls for 133.1 days and aggregates up to 1671mm (65.79") of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 8h and 31min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:46 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 5:30 pm MST.
Sunshine
January and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October and November, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in January interprets into the following advice:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Banff, Canada
- Average high temperature in January: -6.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (-8.1°C).
- Average low temperature in January: -13.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-15.9°C).
Average pressure in January
Banff, Canada
- Average pressure in January: 1019.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1011.7mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Banff, Canada
- Average wind speed in January: 11.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.2km/h).
Average humidity in January
Banff, Canada
- Average humidity in January: 91%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (62%).
Average rainfall in January
Banff, Canada
- Average rainfall in January: 18mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (116mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (18mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Banff, Canada
- Average rainfall days in January: 9.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (22.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.9 days).
Average snowfall in January
Banff, Canada
- Average snowfall in January: 142mm
The month with the highest snowfall is April (324mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).
Average snowfall days in January
Banff, Canada
- Average snowfall days in January: 18.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (21.2 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Banff, Canada
- Average daylight in January: 8h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in January: 4h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in January
Banff, Canada
- Average sunshine days in January: 12.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (4.3 days).
Average UV index in January
Banff, Canada
- Average UV index in January: 1
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October and November (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Banff, Canada
- Average cloud cover in January: 56
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in January
Banff, Canada
- Average visibility in January: 7km
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (7km).
