Minsk weather in January (Minsk Region, Belarus)

Planning a trip to Minsk in January? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Minsk typically experiences very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. January is a winter month. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around -1°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -7°C. It's often the coldest month of the year, a perfect time to cozy up indoors. Make sure to bring along suitable winter clothing.

Minsk in January usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 49 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 19 days of snow are anticipated.

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 46 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Minsk. June, July and August 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 Minsk climate page with graphs.

 

Minsk, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -7°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -1°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 62%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 49 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
HumidityHumidity 86%  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 46 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 18%  

Where to go in Belarus in January

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

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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 Minsk in January?

Visitors traveling to Minsk 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 in January.

Swimming
1/10
Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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