Moscow weather in January (Moscow region, Russia)

What does the weather outlook for Moscow look like in January? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

During January, Moscow usually has very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. January ushers in the winter season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around -3°C, while night temperatures can drop to -10°C. With temperatures often at their lowest, this month is coldest of the year. Ideal for indoor activities, be sure to pack warm clothing.

Precipitation

Moscow in January usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 46 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 19 days of snow.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 32 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Moscow. May, June, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Moscow, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -10°C  

Max Temperature -3°C  

Chance of Rain 64%  

Precipitation 46 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Humidity 85%  

Windspeed 18 km/h  

Sunshine 32 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 14%  

Where to go in Russia in January

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

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

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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 Moscow 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

Interested in more climate information?

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