Penza weather in January (Penza Oblast, Russia)

Interested in knowing the climate of Penza in January? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

In January, Penza usually has very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. January is part of winter. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach -5°C. After dark they usually decrease to around -12°C. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter clothes.

Precipitation

Penza in January usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 49 mm for the month. This month experiences about 18 days of snow according to historical data.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 44 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Penza. May, June, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Penza, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -12°C  

Max Temperature -5°C  

Chance of Rain 59%  

Precipitation 49 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 83%  

Sunshine 44 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Russia in January

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

Weather conditions Weather

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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 Penza 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.

Swimming

1/10

Cycling

1/10

Walking

1/10

Camping

2/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

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