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Nur-Sultan weather in January (Kazakhstan)

Planning a trip to Nur-Sultan in January? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In January, Nur-Sultan generally has very low temperatures and low snowfall. January falls within the winter season. Daytime temperatures hover around -10°C, while nights can cool down to about -19°C. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

Nur-Sultan in January usually receives low snowfall, averaging around 22 mm for the month. It's the month with the least rainfall. Whether you're keen on hiking, outdoor festivals, or just enjoying a walk in the park, this month provides a reliably dry backdrop for all your plans. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 13 days of snow are anticipated.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 103 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 Nur-Sultan. 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 Nur-Sultan climate page with graphs.

 

Nur-Sultan, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -19°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -10°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 44%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 22 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 78%  
SunshineSunshine 103 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage 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.

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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 Nur-Sultan in January?

Visitors traveling to Nur-Sultan 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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