Normal weather for Russia in January
It's cold in January in Russia with an average temperature of -5°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of -8°C to a high of -2°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -14°C and -6°C.
In January, there is an average of 45 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. Of the total precipitation, about 43 cm falls as snow in January. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Russia in January |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
-5°C | 5°C | |
 High Temp |
-2°C | 11°C | |
| Low Temp |
-8°C | 1°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
45 mm | 97 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
8 days | 12 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
43 cm | 16 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
17 days | 8 days | |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Russia with really cold temps, averaging around -4°C during the day and nights dipping to about -9°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry. Wear a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps drop to around -5°C, with nights around -9°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too. Wear a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Russia is around -5°C, while nighttime temps are about -9°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny. Wear a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 2 this month. That's a low value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. The risk of sunburn is minimal at this time.
Temperature records for Russia in January
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Daily Temperature in January in Russia
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Russia, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in January in Russia
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Russia, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect about 8 days of precipitation in Russia.
Daily Snowfall in January in Russia
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in January in Russia, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in January.
Daily UV Index in January in Russia
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Russia, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in January in Russia Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Russia, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total Precipitation in January in Russia Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Russia, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in January in Russia per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in January in Russia, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily Climate in January for Russia
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Russia. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in January in Russia
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Snowfall is common, so wear warm shoes. Gray skies can be a bit depressing. Perhaps ideal for cold weather enthusiasts, but not for me.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Russia by Month
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