Temperature in Kazakhstan in January

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across Kazakhstan this January.

Kazakhstan, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in January ranging from -12°C (10°F) in Balchasj to 5°C (41°F) in Aktau. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -1°C (30°F) in Aktau and -20°C (-4°F) in Balchasj. January falls during the winter season. On average, it is one of the coldest months of the year.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Kazakhstan in January?

Find the average daytime temperatures in January for the most popular destinations in Kazakhstan on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.

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Best Places to Visit in Kazakhstan in January

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in January: blue is cold, red is hot.

Kazakhstan temperatures in January: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Kazakhstan in January?

Daytime temperatures in Almaty typically peak at -3°C (27°F) in January, putting it in the very low range.

How cold does it get at night in Kazakhstan in January?

Almaty sees nighttime lows close to -13°C (9°F) in January.

What is the warmest city in January in Kazakhstan?

According to our recent database analysis, Aktau is the warmest city. It experiences an average maximum daytime temperature of approximately 5°C (41°F) and rarely drops below -1°C (30°F) during the night.

What is the coldest city in January in Kazakhstan?

The coldest city in January in Kazakhstan is Balchasj when we check our database. The maximum daytime temperatures are around -12°C (10°F) and minimum nighttime temperatures fall around -20°C (-4°F).

How much sun does Kazakhstan get in January?

Almaty usually sees around 117 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

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