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Baku Weather in January

During January, Baku experiences low daytime temperatures of 9°C (48°F) and cooler nights around 5°C (41°F). As part of the winter season, some rainfall is to be expected.

Rainfall in Baku in January

Typically, you can expect about 6 days of rain this month, with 27 mm (1.1 in) on average. When rain does fall, showers tend to be light and brief. Most days will be dry.

Temperature in Baku in January

January in Baku brings low temperatures, with highs of 9°C (48°F) and nights around 5°C (41°F). January is part of the winter season. Expect a cold feel throughout the day, not just in the mornings and evenings. Warm layers are essential. With overnight lows of 5°C (41°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Baku in January

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 90 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.

Wind Speed in Baku in January

Wind speeds average 4 m/s (8 knots) during January. At this speed, expect moderate winds that can raise dust and move small branches. Since this is an average, some days have gentle light winds while others experience stronger breezes that are quite noticeable.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May, June, September and October typically offer the best weather for Baku.

Baku Temperature in January

Min Temperature
5°C (41°F)
Max Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Chance of Rain
21%
Precipitation
27 mm (1.1 in)
Rainy days
6 days
Humidity
75%
Windspeed
4 m/s (8 knots)
Sunshine
90 hours
Percentage Sunshine

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Historical weather records for Baku in January

Browse day-by-day weather records for Baku spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Baku historical weather extremes in January

Based on 24 years of weather observations (2001-2025), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Baku.

  • On January 3, 2010, temperatures climbed to 20°C (68°F), marking the warmest January day on record.
  • Baku experienced its chilliest January day on January 10, 2008, reaching only -3°C (27°F).
  • The coldest night in January in Baku was on January 8, 2008, with a minimum of -11°C (12°F).

Best Places in Azerbaijan in January

Find out more about the weather in Azerbaijan and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Azerbaijan in January →

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Baku in January

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Baku in January. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Light rain is possible, so consider bringing a small umbrella or rain jacket. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Baku in January

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    4/10
  • Cycling
    4/10
  • Walking
    4/10
  • Camping
    5/10
  • Outdoor sports
    4/10

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