Weather in January in Kyrgyzstan
Are you planning a trip a to Kyrgyzstan in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Kyrgyzstan in January?
The weather in Kyrgyzstan in January can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from very cold to cold and precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate. January is a winter month.
Temperatures
The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from very cold in Alamedin at -6°C to cold in Osh at 3°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -6°C in Osh and -14°C in Alamedin. 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.To explore the conditions in Kyrgyzstan in more detail, check the map below.
Precipitation
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snowfall in Kochkorka with an average of 9.5 mm to moderate snowfall in Bosteri with 57 mm. Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Bishkek typically sees the least rain in this month, making it the driest month of the year.Average sunshine
Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 137 hours of sunlight anticipated in Bishkek. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.For an in-depth overview of the yearly conditions, do visit our Kyrgyzstan climate page.
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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Kyrgyzstan?
Bishkek
In January Bishkek generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Karakol
In January Karakol generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -16°C and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Osh
In January Osh generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Cholpon-Ata
In January Cholpon-Ata generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Bosteri
In January Bosteri generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is January the best time to visit Kyrgyzstan?
In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Kyrgyzstan with often poor weather in Bishkek.
Generally speaking, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Bishkek. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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