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Azerbaijan Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Azerbaijan in January.

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Planning a getaway to Azerbaijan this January and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Azerbaijan in January

The weather in Azerbaijan in January can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from very cold to cold and precipitation levels ranging from low to high. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very cold in Shahdag at -2°C (28°F) to cold in Lankaran at 9°C (48°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 5°C (41°F) in Lankaran and -10°C (14°F) in Shahdag.

For a closer look at conditions across Azerbaijan, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snow/rainfall in Naftalan with an average of 24 mm (0.9 in) to high snow/rainfall in Lankaran with 120 mm (4.7 in).

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Baku receives around 90 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

Explore Azerbaijan by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Azerbaijan — and find the best time to visit. (based on Baku)

January9°C (48°F) February9°C (48°F) March11°C (52°F) April15°C (59°F) May21°C (70°F) June27°C (81°F) This monthJuly30°C (86°F) August30°C (86°F) September26°C (79°F) October21°C (70°F) November15°C (59°F) December11°C (52°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Azerbaijan in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Azerbaijan.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Azerbaijan

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Azerbaijan?

Temperature range in Azerbaijan (January)

Precipitation variation in Azerbaijan (January)

Baku

In January Baku generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
103 hours
90 hours
87 hours
Monthly rainfall
33 mm (1.3 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
6 days
7 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Baku →

Sheki

In January Sheki generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
29 mm (1.1 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
8 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Sheki →

Qabala

In January Qabala generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
8 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Qabala →

Lankaran

In January Lankaran generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly rainfall
134 mm (5.3 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Lankaran →

Novxanı

In January Novxanı generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
103 hours
90 hours
87 hours
Monthly rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
6 days
7 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Novxanı →

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In our records: Azerbaijan January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Azerbaijan in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in Azerbaijan dropped to -31°C (-24°F) in Lankaran on January 15, 2008.
  • From our sources, the wettest January day in Azerbaijan brought 269 mm (11 in) in Baku on January 1, 2025.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Azerbaijan in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Baku 9°C (48°F) 5°C (41°F) 27 mm (1.1 in)
Sheki 3°C (37°F) -5°C (23°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)
Qabala 1°C (34°F) -7°C (19°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)
Ganja 6°C (43°F) -3°C (27°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Lankaran 9°C (48°F) 5°C (41°F) 120 mm (4.7 in)
Shahdag -2°C (28°F) -10°C (14°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)

Azerbaijan weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Azerbaijan in January?

Azerbaijan typically experiences unpleasant weather in January, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Baku average around 9°C (48°F), and temperatures drop to about 5°C (41°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Azerbaijan in January?

Baku averages a daytime maximum of 9°C (48°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 5°C (41°F).

Does Azerbaijan get a lot of rain in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Azerbaijan during January, with Baku averaging close to 27 mm (1.1 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Azerbaijan?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Azerbaijan due to the typically unpleasant weather in Baku.

Generally speaking, May, June, September and October provide perfect weather in Baku. The weather in February, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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