Weather in January in Dagestan
Considering a trip to Dagestan this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Dagestan in January?
Dagestan is a region in Russia. January in Dagestan generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. In January, it is winter.
Temperatures
You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 5°C and nighttime temperatures around -0°C in Makhachkala. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.
Precipitation
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Makhachkala with an average of 34 mm to moderate snow/rainfall in Derbent with 39 mm.Average sunshine
Makhachkala experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 73 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who prefer dimmer, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit daysFor specific regional insights in Dagestan for January, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Dagestan climate page.
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What is the weather like in January for the 2 most popular destinations in Dagestan?
Makhachkala
In January Makhachkala generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -0°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Derbent
In January Derbent generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is January the best time to visit Dagestan?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Makhachkala, January may not be the ideal time to visit Dagestan.
Generally speaking, May, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Makhachkala. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March and December tend to be poor.
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