Kola weather in January (Russia)

Will it be warm or cold in Kola this January? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

During January, Kola usually has very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. During January, the winter season is in full swing. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around -7°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate -14°C. With temperatures often at their lowest, this month is coldest of the year. Ideal for indoor activities, be sure to pack warm clothing.

Precipitation

Kola in January usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 33 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 19 days of snow.

Average sunshine

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 2 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Kola. July typically offers the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Kola climate page with graphs.

 

Kola, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -14°C  

Max Temperature -7°C  

Water Temperature 3°C *  

Chance of Rain 64%  

Precipitation 33 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Humidity 83% *  

Sunshine 2 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Murmansk, Russia (10 KM, 6 Miles).

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Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 this month?

Visitors traveling to Kola should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow. With a water temperature of around 3°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

1/10

Cycling

1/10

Walking

1/10

Camping

2/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Kola.

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