January 21 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Calgary. With minimal rain risk (1%) and pleasant highs of -1°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. Calgary is seeing high visitor numbers, so iconic spots may be busier than usual.
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Essential Travel Info for Calgary
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Language
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Driving
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Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.389
Calgary Weather Forecast for January 21
"Cold & Crisp. Expect average highs of -0.9°C. 1% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Calgary in January
Based on historical data for January 21, Calgary typically experiences temperatures between -11.4°C and -0.9°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (1% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Calgary
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
-0.9°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
-11.4°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
-5.4°C
🥶 Slightly colder
Snow Chance
1%
Avg 0.1mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.2 cm
~1% chance
Pressure
1017.2 hPa
High volatility
Calgary Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 81% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 267 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 401 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 668 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
-6.1°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😕 Best outdoor time:
Midday (11 AM - 3 PM) when warmest
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Canada
Flight Traffic
Busy
67/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~199
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Calgary
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
08:28
☀️ Noon
12:48
🌇 Sunset
17:08
⏱️ Daylight
8h 40m
Wind Speed
14.3 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
5.6 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
68%
Slightly humid
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Travel Health & Safety in Calgary
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Calgary on January 21 averages -0.9°C with a 1% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 8/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Calgary Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
January 24
-0.3°C • 3% rain
Score
13
January 25
-0.1°C • 5% rain
Score
13
January 27
-0.2°C • 4% rain
Score
13
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Calgary Worth Visiting on January 21?
Planning a trip to Calgary on January 21? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging -0.9°C with a 1% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 199 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 6 vaccinations are recommended for Canada, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest January 21 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 6°C in 2023, while the coldest dropped to -14°C in 2016.