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Banff weather in January

Monthly temperatures, rain, humidity, what to wear and what to pack — 2024–2025 historical average

Banff January weather at a glance

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In January, Banff averages -10.1°C, with typical highs of -3.7°C and lows of -15.7°C. The historical average is 4 wet days and 75% humidity.

Compared with Seoul in January, it is 7.9°C cooler than Seoul, with a similar number of wet days.

Banff January temperature & humidity

Average-10.1°CHigh -3.7° / low -15.7°
Humidity75%
Wet days4 days13% of days
Day–night range12°

Banff January rain & wet days

Wet days4 daysHistorical monthly average
Share of wet days13%Not a forecast probability

Pack a compact umbrella. Keep an indoor stop available between outdoor activities.

What to wear in Banff in January

Pack a warm insulated coat, thermal layers, gloves and a scarf. The typical day-to-night swing is about 12°C, so bring an extra layer.

  • DaytimeWarm coat and layered tops · average high -3.7°C
  • Morning & eveningInsulating coat, scarf and gloves · average low -15.7°C
  • FootwearComfortable walking shoes; quick-dry footwear for rainy days.
Useful extras
Insulated coatThermal base layersGloves and scarf
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Banff January sunrise & sunset times

2026 January · Local time (America/Edmonton)

Sunrise on the 15th08:40
Sunset on the 15th17:04
Daylight duration8h 25m
Start, middle and end of the month
DateSunriseSunsetDaylight
2026-01-0108:4616:468h 0m
2026-01-1508:4017:048h 25m
2026-01-3108:2117:329h 11m

For sunset photos, arrive before the listed sunset time. Clouds, mountains and buildings can change when the sun becomes visible or disappears.

Calculated for the city coordinates with daylight saving applied. SunCalc · tz-lookup

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January weather by year

January 2024-11.1°6 wet days, 77% humidity
January 2025-9.2°2 wet days, 74% humidity

Daily weather in 2025

Daily high and low temperatures; blue labels show precipitation

1-9°-18°1.3mm
2-9°-18°
3-6°-16°
4-1°-11°
5-2°-9°
6-2°-12°
7-2°-12°
80°-11°
9-3°-8°
102°-11°
111°-7°
12-2°-10°
13-1°-13°
141°-14°
154°-7°
161°-10°1.1mm
17-8°-14°
18-11°-26°
19-10°-26°
20-7°-28°
21-5°-20°
22-3°-19°
23-1°-19°
24-5°-16°
25-4°-19°
261°-15°
273°-15°
284°-12°
291°-14°
302°-15°
311°-11°

Frequently asked questions

What is Banff weather like in January?

In January, Banff averages -10.1°C, with typical highs of -3.7°C and lows of -15.7°C. The historical average is 4 wet days and 75% humidity. Our weather-comfort rating for this month is challenging.

Does it rain a lot in Banff in January?

There are about 4 wet days in January. A compact umbrella is still useful.

What should I wear in Banff in January?

Pack a warm insulated coat, thermal layers, gloves and a scarf. The typical day-to-night swing is about 12°C, so bring an extra layer.

What are the best months to visit Banff?

Recent weather data rates July, August, September among the more comfortable months.

Where can I check Banff weather in January in real time?

Check local webcams for the view right now and a local weather service for today’s forecast. Monthly temperatures here are historical averages.

What time are sunrise and sunset in Banff in January?

On 2026-01-15, calculated sunrise is 08:40 and sunset is 17:04 in local time (America/Edmonton). Times vary by date and terrain.

Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) · 2024–2025 historical data, aggregated and rounded by this site. Not a forecast or long-term climate normal. Calculation method and limitations