Semipalatinsk weather in January (Kazakhstan)

Curious about the January weather in Semipalatinsk? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In January, Semipalatinsk generally has very low temperatures and low snowfall. January is a winter month. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around -10°C. But by evening, they drop to around -20°C. 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.

Semipalatinsk in January usually receives low snowfall, averaging around 21 mm for the month. It is the driest month of the year. For those who prefer outdoor activities, it's a great time to explore without the huge concern of sudden downpours. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 10 days of snow.

The city usually sees around 108 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Semipalatinsk. May, June, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Semipalatinsk climate page with graphs.

 

Semipalatinsk, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -20°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -10°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 34%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 21 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 77%  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 108 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Kazakhstan in January

Find out more about the weather in Kazakhstan in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Semipalatinsk in January?

Visitors traveling to Semipalatinsk should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in January.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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