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The best travel time for Kyrgyzstan and the Tian-Shan mountains is from April to October, when you have pleasant temperatures and barely any rainfall.
Osh Weather in January
January in Osh sees daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and lows of -6°C (21°F) at night. Pack a rain jacket because some snow/rainfall is likely.
Rainfall in Osh in January
Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 7 days of snow/rain, with 42 mm (1.7 in) average for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.
Temperature in Osh in January
Daytime temperatures in Osh reach 3°C (37°F) in January, dropping to -6°C (21°F) at night. January is part of winter. Expect a distinctly cold feel throughout the day, not just overnight. With overnight lows of -6°C (21°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold. It's generally the coldest month of the year, making it essential to pack warm layers and winter accessories.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May, June and September typically offer the best weather for Osh.
Osh Temperature in January
Min Temperature
-6°C (21°F)
Max Temperature
3°C (37°F)
Chance of Rain
23%
Precipitation
42 mm (1.7 in)
Rainy days
7 days
Humidity
66%
Osh Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
51-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Osh typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 3°C (37°F). Nights are very cold, with lows typically ranging from -6°C (21°F) to -4°C (25°F).
Average temperatures in January
Daily Historical Precipitation
51-year average (1976-2026)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in January
Historical weather records for Osh in January
Browse day-by-day weather records for Osh spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Osh historical weather extremes in January
Based on 49 years of weather observations (1976-2025), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Osh.
- The warmest day in January was on January 30, 2007, with a maximum of 16°C (61°F).
- The coldest night in January in Osh was on January 14, 2023, with a minimum of -22°C (-8°F).
Best Places in Kyrgyzstan in January
Find out more about the weather in Kyrgyzstan and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Kyrgyzstan in January →
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
What to Wear in Osh in January
Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Osh in January. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days.
What To Do in Osh in January
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling3/10 -
Walking3/10 -
Barbeque1/10 -
Camping2/10 -
Outdoor sports3/10
Osh 3-Day Forecast
More climate data for Osh
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Popular in January
Where to go in January - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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