Leningrad Region Weather in January

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

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Pushkin Ivangorod Vyborg Peterhof

Planning a journey to Leningrad Region, 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 Leningrad Region in January

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

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very cold and range from -4°C (25°F) in Tikhvin to -1°C (30°F) in Ivangorod. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -7°C (19°F) in Ivangorod and -10°C (14°F) in Tikhvin. In general, this month stands out as the coldest period throughout the year. Given the lower temperatures, it's essential to be well-prepared. Packing the right winter clothing and necessary accessories can make a significant difference in ensuring your comfort and well-being during this chilly season.

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

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Pushkin with an average of 47 mm (1.9 in) to moderate snowfall in Ozerki with 60 mm (2.4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more restricted in many locations in January. Pushkin sees roughly 21 hours of sunlight. Our weather planner can help you find destinations with more sunshine if needed.

Explore Leningrad Region by month

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

January-2°C (28°F) February-2°C (28°F) March4°C (39°F) April11°C (52°F) May17°C (63°F) June21°C (70°F) This monthJuly24°C (75°F) August22°C (72°F) September17°C (63°F) October9°C (48°F) November3°C (37°F) December0°C (32°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Leningrad Region in January

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

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 Leningrad Region

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

Temperature range in Leningrad Region (January)

Precipitation variation in Leningrad Region (January)

Pushkin

In January Pushkin generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C (28°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C (18°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
0°C (32°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-9°C (16°F)
Monthly sun hours
12 hours
21 hours
53 hours
Monthly snowfall
52 mm (2 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
19 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Pushkin →

Ivangorod

In January Ivangorod generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°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)
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-8°C (18°F)
Monthly sun hours
16 hours
27 hours
61 hours
Monthly snowfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
50 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Ivangorod →

Vyborg

In January Vyborg generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C (28°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C (18°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)
-2°C (28°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-9°C (16°F)
Monthly snowfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
21 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Vyborg →

Peterhof

In January Peterhof generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C (28°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
0°C (32°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-8°C (18°F)
Monthly sun hours
12 hours
21 hours
53 hours
Monthly snowfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
19 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Peterhof →

Kolpino

In January Kolpino generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C (28°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
0°C (32°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-9°C (16°F)
Monthly sun hours
12 hours
21 hours
53 hours
Monthly snowfall
52 mm (2 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
19 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kolpino →

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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 Leningrad Region in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Pushkin -2°C (28°F) -8°C (18°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Ivangorod -1°C (30°F) -7°C (19°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Vyborg -2°C (28°F) -8°C (18°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Peterhof -2°C (28°F) -7°C (19°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Kolpino -2°C (28°F) -9°C (16°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Gatchina -2°C (28°F) -8°C (18°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)

Leningrad Region weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

January in Leningrad Region, Russia brings poor weather. In Pushkin, daytime temperatures are typically around -2°C (28°F) and nighttime lows hover near -8°C (18°F).

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

Average temperatures in Leningrad Region, Russia during January range from a nighttime low near -8°C (18°F) to a daytime high around -2°C (28°F) in Pushkin.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Leningrad Region, Russia during January, with Pushkin averaging close to 47 mm (1.9 in).

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

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

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Pushkin. In contrast, January, February, March, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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