Kalmykia Weather in January

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

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Planning a journey to Kalmykia, Russia this January and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Kalmykia in January

Kalmykia, Russia is a region in Russia. January in Kalmykia generally has very cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. January falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect very cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 1°C (34°F) and nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) in Elista. 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.

For a closer look at conditions across Kalmykia, Russia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

January is a moderate rainy month with an average snow/rainfall of around 36 mm (1.4 in) in Elista.

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Elista receives around 73 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

Explore Kalmykia by month

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

January1°C (34°F) February2°C (36°F) March9°C (48°F) April17°C (63°F) May24°C (75°F) June30°C (86°F) This monthJuly33°C (91°F) August32°C (90°F) September25°C (77°F) October17°C (63°F) November7°C (45°F) December2°C (36°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Kalmykia in January

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
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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 Kalmykia

What is the weather like in January for the most popular destinonation in Kalmykia, Russia?

Elista

In January Elista generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

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December
January
February
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
44 hours
73 hours
91 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
37 mm (1.5 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
14 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Kalmykia, 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.

Kalmykia weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Kalmykia, Russia in January?

In January, Kalmykia, Russia generally has poor weather conditions. Elista sees daytime temperatures near 1°C (34°F), with nights cooling to roughly -6°C (21°F).

What is the average temperature in Kalmykia, Russia in January?

Elista averages a daytime maximum of 1°C (34°F) in January, with overnight lows close to -6°C (21°F).

Does Kalmykia, Russia get a lot of snow/rain in January?

January is on the drier side in Kalmykia, Russia. Elista averages only about 36 mm (1.4 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Kalmykia, Russia?

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

On average, the best time to visit Kalmykia, Russia is in May and September with generally perfect weather in Elista. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, November and December tend to be poor.

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