Tomsk Oblast Weather in January

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

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Tomsk

Thinking about venturing to Tomsk Oblast, Russia this January and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Tomsk Oblast in January

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

Temperatures

You can expect very cold maximum daytime temperatures of around -13°C (9°F) and nighttime temperatures around -21°C (-6°F) in Tomsk. 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 specific regional insights in Tomsk Oblast, Russia, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

January is a moderate rainy month with an average snowfall of around 37 mm (1.5 in) in Tomsk.

Average sunshine

Sunshine tends to be more scarce in many locations. Tomsk gets roughly 59 hours of sunlight. For sunnier alternatives, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore Tomsk Oblast by month

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

January-13°C (9°F) February-9°C (16°F) March0°C (32°F) April8°C (46°F) May17°C (63°F) June23°C (73°F) This monthJuly25°C (77°F) August22°C (72°F) September15°C (59°F) October7°C (45°F) November-4°C (25°F) December-10°C (14°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Tomsk Oblast in January

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

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 Tomsk Oblast

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

Tomsk

In January Tomsk generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -13°C (9°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -21°C (-6°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

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December
January
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Max temperature
-10°C (14°F)
-13°C (9°F)
-9°C (16°F)
Min temperature
-18°C (0°F)
-21°C (-6°F)
-18°C (0°F)
Monthly sun hours
40 hours
59 hours
106 hours
Monthly snowfall
51 mm (2 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
20 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
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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.

Tomsk Oblast weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Tomsk Oblast, Russia in January?

January in Tomsk Oblast, Russia brings poor weather. In Tomsk, daytime temperatures are typically around -13°C (9°F) and nighttime lows hover near -21°C (-6°F).

What is the average temperature in Tomsk Oblast, Russia in January?

Daytime temperatures in Tomsk peak at roughly -13°C (9°F) in January, dropping to about -21°C (-6°F) overnight.

Does Tomsk Oblast, Russia get a lot of snow in January?

Not particularly. Tomsk averages just 37 mm (1.5 in) of snow in January, making it a mostly dry month for Tomsk Oblast, Russia.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Tomsk Oblast, Russia?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Tomsk, January may not be the ideal time to visit Tomsk Oblast, Russia.

On average, the best time to visit Tomsk Oblast, Russia is in June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Tomsk. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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