RussiaAverage weather for Sochi in January
It's cool in January in Sochi with an average temperature of 11°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 9°C to a high of 13°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 2°C and 5°C.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Sochi with cool temps, averaging around 12°C during the day and nights around 4°C. There are plenty of days with a good chance of precipitation.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps drop to around 11°C, with nights around 3°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Sochi is around 11°C, while nighttime temps are about 3°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Sochi is -6°C this month. This is too cold to swim without protective gear.
In January, there is an average of 178 mm of precipitation, spread over 15 days. Of the total precipitation, about 26 cm falls as snow in January. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Sochi in January |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
11°C | 5°C | |
 Max. temperature |
13°C | 11°C | |
| Min. temperature |
9°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
178 mm | 97 mm | |
| Rainy days |
15 days | 12 days | |
 Total snowfall |
26 cm | 16 cm | |
| Snowy days |
11 days | 8 days | |
December
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 3 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Is January a good time to visit Sochi?
Looking for sun? January isn’t a good month to be in Sochi. There’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records
With 23°C in 2021, Sochi reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -1°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -8°C to a highest value of 12°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Sochi
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Sochi, 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 Sochi
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Sochi, 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 15 days of precipitation in Sochi.
Daily Snowfall in January in Sochi
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in January in Sochi, 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 Sochi
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Sochi, 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 Sochi over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Sochi, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in January in Sochi over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Sochi, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in January in Sochi per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in January in Sochi, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily weather in January for Sochi
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Sochi. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average weather in Sochi by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Sochi. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
