Temperature in Russia in January

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

Russia, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in January ranging from -33°C (-27°F) in Ust-Maya to 9°C (48°F) in Sochi. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 4°C (39°F) in Sochi and -41°C (-42°F) in Ust-Maya. The month of January is in the winter season. On average, it is one of the coldest months of the year.

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

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

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Best Places to Visit in Russia 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.

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Russia temperatures in January: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Russia in January?

Average daytime highs in Russia during January reach about -2°C (28°F) in Saint Petersburg.

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

Nighttime temperatures in Saint Petersburg typically drop to around -8°C (18°F) in January.

What is the warmest city in January in Russia?

Data insights from our comprehensive database indicate that Sochi is the city with the highest warmth. Daytime peaks average near 9°C (48°F), while the nights are characterized by a low temperature close to 4°C (39°F).

What is the coldest city in January in Russia?

When looking through our records, we find that Ust-Maya stands out as the coolest city in Russia for the month of January. Daytime highs average -33°C (-27°F) and it cools down to about -41°C (-42°F) at night.

How much sun does Russia get in January?

Across Russia, sunshine in January ranges from overcast in Murmansk (2 hours) to moderately sunny in Vladivostok (178 hours).

What is the water temperature in January?

The water temperature averages approximately 7°C (45°F) in Anapa this month, generally too cold for comfortable swimming.

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