Irkutsk Region Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Irkutsk Region, Russia in January.

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Irkutsk Listvyanka Khuzhir Baykalsk

Planning a getaway to Irkutsk Region, Russia this January and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Irkutsk Region in January

Irkutsk Region, Russia is a region in Russia. January in Irkutsk Region generally has very cold temperatures, with low precipitation. The month of January is in the winter season.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very cold and range from -18°C (0°F) in Ust'-Ilimsk to -12°C (10°F) in Listvyanka. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -19°C (-2°F) in Listvyanka and -26°C (-15°F) in Ust'-Ilimsk. 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 explore the conditions in Irkutsk Region, Russia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snowfall in Khuzhir with an average of 5.9 mm (0.2 in) to low snowfall in Ust'-Ilimsk with 26 mm (1 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is quite limited in many locations during January. Irkutsk receives roughly 93 hours of sunlight. For destinations with more sunshine, our weather planner offers alternatives worldwide.

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Best Places to Visit in Irkutsk Region in January

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Irkutsk Region

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

Temperature range in Irkutsk Region (January)

Precipitation variation in Irkutsk Region (January)

Irkutsk

In January Irkutsk generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -14°C (7°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -24°C (-11°F) and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
-11°C (12°F)
-14°C (7°F)
-9°C (16°F)
Min temperature
-21°C (-6°F)
-24°C (-11°F)
-21°C (-6°F)
Monthly sun hours
65 hours
93 hours
150 hours
Monthly snowfall
16 mm (0.6 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
8 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Irkutsk →

Listvyanka

In January Listvyanka generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -12°C (10°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -19°C (-2°F) and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-12°C (10°F)
-10°C (14°F)
Min temperature
-13°C (9°F)
-19°C (-2°F)
-17°C (1°F)
Monthly sun hours
63 hours
93 hours
150 hours
Monthly snowfall
24 mm (0.9 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
7 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Listvyanka →

Khuzhir

In January Khuzhir generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -16°C (3°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -21°C (-6°F) and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
-10°C (14°F)
-16°C (3°F)
-13°C (9°F)
Min temperature
-15°C (5°F)
-21°C (-6°F)
-19°C (-2°F)
Monthly snowfall
13 mm (0.5 in)
5.9 mm (0.2 in)
5.6 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
12 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Khuzhir →

Baykalsk

In January Baykalsk generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -12°C (10°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -19°C (-2°F) and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-12°C (10°F)
-9°C (16°F)
Min temperature
-14°C (7°F)
-19°C (-2°F)
-18°C (0°F)
Monthly sun hours
63 hours
93 hours
150 hours
Monthly snowfall
34 mm (1.3 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
6 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Baykalsk →

Sakhyurta

In January Sakhyurta generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -15°C (5°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -23°C (-9°F) and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
-11°C (12°F)
-15°C (5°F)
-12°C (10°F)
Min temperature
-18°C (0°F)
-23°C (-9°F)
-21°C (-6°F)
Monthly snowfall
13 mm (0.5 in)
6.5 mm (0.3 in)
6.4 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
12 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Sakhyurta →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Irkutsk Region, in Russia.

In our records: Russia January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Russia 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 Russia dropped to -48°C (-54°F) in Tomsk on January 13, 2006.
  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in Russia was -41°C (-42°F) in Kemerovo on January 6, 2001.

Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Irkutsk -14°C (7°F) -24°C (-11°F) 11 mm (0.4 in)
Listvyanka -12°C (10°F) -19°C (-2°F) 13 mm (0.5 in)
Khuzhir -16°C (3°F) -21°C (-6°F) 5.9 mm (0.2 in)
Baykalsk -12°C (10°F) -19°C (-2°F) 17 mm (0.7 in)
Sakhyurta -15°C (5°F) -23°C (-9°F) 6.5 mm (0.3 in)
Bol'shoye Goloustnoye -14°C (7°F) -20°C (-4°F) 8.8 mm (0.3 in)

Irkutsk Region weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Irkutsk Region, Russia in January?

Expect poor weather across Irkutsk Region, Russia in January. The popular destination of Irkutsk averages -14°C (7°F) by day and -24°C (-11°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Irkutsk Region, Russia in January?

In Irkutsk, the average daytime high in January is -14°C (7°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -24°C (-11°F).

Does Irkutsk Region, Russia get a lot of snow in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Irkutsk Region, Russia during January, with Irkutsk averaging close to 11 mm (0.4 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Irkutsk Region, Russia?

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

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

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