Donetsk Region Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Donetsk Region, Ukraine in January.

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Mariupolʼ Svyatogorsk Donetsk Kramatorsʼk

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What to Expect in Donetsk Region in January

Donetsk Region, Ukraine is a region in Ukraine. January in Donetsk Region generally has very cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. January is a winter month.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very cold and range from 0°C (32°F) in Svyatogorsk to 2°C (36°F) in Mariupolʼ. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -3°C (27°F) in Mariupolʼ and -7°C (19°F) in Svyatogorsk. 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.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Donetsk Region, Ukraine, check out the map below.

Precipitation

January is a moderate rainy month with an average snow/rainfall of around 52 mm (2 in) in Mariupolʼ. Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Mariupolʼ.

Average sunshine

Sunshine tends to be more scarce in many locations. Mariupolʼ gets roughly 73 hours of sunlight. For sunnier alternatives, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore Donetsk Region by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Donetsk Region — and find the best time to visit. (based on Mariupolʼ)

January2°C (36°F) February3°C (37°F) March7°C (45°F) April14°C (57°F) May22°C (72°F) June26°C (79°F) This monthJuly29°C (84°F) August28°C (82°F) September22°C (72°F) October15°C (59°F) November8°C (46°F) December3°C (37°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Donetsk Region in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Donetsk Region.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
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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).

Popular Destinations in Donetsk Region

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Donetsk Region, Ukraine?

Temperature range in Donetsk Region (January)

Precipitation variation in Donetsk Region (January)

Mariupolʼ

In January Mariupolʼ generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
69 hours
73 hours
79 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
52 mm (2 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Mariupolʼ →

Svyatogorsk

In January Svyatogorsk generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
0°C (32°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly snowfall
51 mm (2 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Svyatogorsk →

Donetsk

In January Donetsk generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
49 mm (1.9 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Donetsk →

Kramatorsʼk

In January Kramatorsʼk generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
0°C (32°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly snowfall
50 mm (2 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kramatorsʼk →

Makiyivka

In January Makiyivka generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
0°C (32°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
49 mm (1.9 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Makiyivka →

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In our records: Ukraine January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Ukraine in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in Ukraine dropped to -34°C (-29°F) in Brovary on January 8, 1987.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Donetsk Region in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Mariupolʼ 2°C (36°F) -3°C (27°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Svyatogorsk 0°C (32°F) -7°C (19°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Donetsk 0°C (32°F) -7°C (19°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Kramatorsʼk 0°C (32°F) -7°C (19°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Makiyivka 0°C (32°F) -7°C (19°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)

Donetsk Region weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Donetsk Region, Ukraine in January?

January in Donetsk Region, Ukraine brings poor weather. In Mariupolʼ, daytime temperatures are typically around 2°C (36°F) and nighttime lows hover near -3°C (27°F).

What is the average temperature in Donetsk Region, Ukraine in January?

Mariupolʼ averages a daytime maximum of 2°C (36°F) in January, with overnight lows close to -3°C (27°F).

Does Donetsk Region, Ukraine get a lot of snow/rain in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Donetsk Region, Ukraine during January, with Mariupolʼ averaging close to 52 mm (2 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Donetsk Region, Ukraine?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Donetsk Region, Ukraine due to the typically poor weather in Mariupolʼ.

Generally speaking, May, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Mariupolʼ. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, November and December tend to be poor.

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