Average weather for St. Petersburg in January
It's pleasantly warm in January in St. Petersburg with an average temperature of 21°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 18°C to a high of 25°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 11°C and 17°C.
Start of January
The month of January starts in St. Petersburg with warm temps, averaging around 22°C during the day and nights around 15°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps drop to around 21°C, with nights around 14°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in St. Petersburg is around 20°C, while nighttime temps are about 14°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
Water temperature
The water temperature at St. Petersburg is 21°C this month. Pleasant for a swim.
In January, there is an average of 55 mm of precipitation, spread over 6 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
St. Petersburg in January |
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21°C | 5°C | |
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25°C | 11°C | |
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18°C | -5°C | |
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55 mm | 97 mm | |
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6 days | 12 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 5 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 St. Petersburg?
Looking for great weather? January is a good time to be in St. Petersburg. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 28°C in 2017, St. Petersburg reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 9°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 0°C to a highest value of 23°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in St. Petersburg
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for St. Petersburg, 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 St. Petersburg
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for St. Petersburg, 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 6 days of precipitation in St. Petersburg.
Daily UV index in January in St. Petersburg
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in St. Petersburg, 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 St. Petersburg over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in St. Petersburg, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in January in St. Petersburg over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in St. Petersburg, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in January for St. Petersburg
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Average weather in St. Petersburg by month
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