Gomel weather in January (Gomel Region, Belarus)

How does the January weather in Gomel compare to other months? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

The month of January in Gomel typically brings very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. The winter season takes place during January. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around -1°C, while the nights will see a decline to about -7°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Ensure you're prepared by packing appropriate winter gear.

Precipitation

Gomel in January usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 46 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 16 days of snow are anticipated.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 50 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Gomel. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Gomel climate page with graphs.

 

Gomel, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -7°C  

Max Temperature -1°C  

Chance of Rain 55%  

Precipitation 46 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 85%  

Windspeed 11 km/h  

Sunshine 50 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 19%  

Where to go in Belarus in January

Find out more about the weather in Belarus and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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

So, what should you wear in this month?

Visitors traveling to Gomel should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

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

Swimming

1/10

Cycling

1/10

Walking

1/10

Camping

2/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

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