Novosibirsk weather in January (Novosibirsk Region, Russia)

What can you expect from the weather in Novosibirsk during January? This guide provides all the details you need.

In January, Novosibirsk generally has very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. January falls within the winter season. Daytime temperatures hover around -12°C, while nights can cool down to about -21°C. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

Novosibirsk in January usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 35 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 17 days of the month will see snowfall.

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 67 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Novosibirsk. June, July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Novosibirsk, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -21°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -12°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 55%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 35 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 82%  
SunshineSunshine 67 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Russia in January

Find out more about the weather in Russia in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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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 Novosibirsk in January?

Visitors traveling to Novosibirsk should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

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

Swimming
1/10
Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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