When to go · Russell
Russell in January
Great month. Inside Russell's best window: Jun–Sep for the lake and the derby; Dec–Mar for skiing.
Key facts
- Verdict
- Great
- Temperature
- −12°C10°F / −22°C−8°F
- average high / low
- Rain days
- 7
- Crowds
- Low
- Canada overall
- Prices
- Low
- Canada overall
Verdict
GreatBest and avoid months for Russell
Inside Russell's best window: Jun–Sep for the lake and the derby; Dec–Mar for skiing.
Weather in January
- RussellHighs around -12 °C, lows around -22 °C, rain on about 7 daysHighs around 10 °F, lows around −8 °F, rain on about 7 days
Crowds and prices
- Crowds · Canada overall
- Low
- Prices · Canada overall
- Low
Canada overall: Deep cold east of the Rockies; ski season in Whistler and Banff; northern lights in Yellowknife.
What to pack
- A warm coat, hat and gloves for mornings and evenings