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Tomorrow's Weather Calgary: Clear Skies, Bitter Cold

The Weather NetworkThe Weather Network's AI & Data Team
Published on Jan. 4, 2026, 11:00 AM

Calgary Jan 05, 2026: Prepare for a crisp day with clear skies and icy conditions impacting visibility.

Tomorrow's forecast:

Morning: Bitter Cold with Clear Skies and Light Winds

    The morning starts off bitterly cold with temperatures near -16°C and feels like -22°C. Skies remain clear with light winds around 7 km/h, gusting up to 15 km/h. A slight chance of precipitation exists, but the main concern is the cold and potential icy patches due to freezing drizzle overnight.

Activities Recommendations for the morning of Jan 05, 2026:

  • Commute: Allow extra travel time and drive cautiously due to icy roads and reduced visibility from fog.

  • Dog Walks & Errands: Dress warmly and keep walks brief to avoid prolonged exposure to the cold.

  • Outdoor Winter Sports: Ideal conditions for early morning skiing or snowshoeing with clear skies and calm winds.

Temperatures remain very cold, dropping to a low of -16°C in the morning.

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Afternoon: Clear and Cold with Gentle Breezes

    Afternoon temperatures rise slightly to around -11°C with clear skies continuing. Winds remain light at 5 km/h with occasional gusts up to 11 km/h. The chance of precipitation stays low, making it a crisp but pleasant afternoon despite the cold.

Activities Recommendations for the afternoon of Jan 05, 2026:

  • Winter Hiking: Take advantage of the clear skies and light winds for a refreshing hike in Kananaskis Country.

  • Outdoor Events: Enjoy local festivities like Southwood Winterfest or catch a hockey game at Scotiabank Saddledome.

  • Ice Skating: Perfect weather for skating at Olympic Plaza with minimal wind chill.

Evening: Clear Skies with Chilly Temperatures and Fog

    Evening temperatures drop back to around -15°C with clear skies transitioning to partly cloudy. Light winds at 8 km/h persist, but fog and freezing drizzle are expected, reducing visibility and creating icy conditions on roads and sidewalks.

Activities Recommendations for the evening of Jan 05, 2026:

  • Travel: Exercise caution if driving or walking due to fog and icy surfaces.

  • Indoor Activities: Consider attending indoor events like the Calgary Flames NHL game or the free film screening at the library.

  • Evening Walks: If venturing out, wear reflective clothing and use a flashlight to stay visible.

Wind speeds are consistently light, ranging between 7 km/h and 10 km/h throughout the day.

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Packing preparations for tomorrow:

  • Warm insulated jacket and thermal layers to combat bitter cold

  • Gloves, hat, and scarf to protect against wind chill

  • Footwear with good traction for icy conditions

  • Reflective gear and flashlight for low visibility in fog

  • Car emergency kit including ice scraper and blankets

  • Moisturizer to protect skin from dry, cold air

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