Almaty weather in January (Kazakhstan)

What can you expect from the weather in Almaty during January? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Almaty typically experiences very low temperatures and low snowfall. January falls within the winter season. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around -3°C. But by evening, they drop to around -13°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

Almaty in January usually receives low snowfall, averaging around 30 mm for the month. It is the driest month of the year. For those who prefer outdoor activities, it's a great time to explore without the huge concern of sudden downpours. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 9 days of snow are anticipated.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 117 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

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

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

 

Almaty, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -13°C  

Max Temperature -3°C  

Chance of Rain 29%  

Precipitation 30 mm  

Rainy days 9 days  

Humidity 76% *  

Windspeed 4 km/h *  

Sunshine 117 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Where to go in Kazakhstan in January

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

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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 Almaty in January?

Visitors traveling to Almaty 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

5/10

Cycling

1/10

Walking

1/10

Camping

2/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

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