Shymkent weather in January (Kazakhstan)
Looking to travel to Shymkent in January? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.
In January, Shymkent typically experiences low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January is a winter month. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 5°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -5°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Ensure you're prepared by packing appropriate winter gear.
Shymkent in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 77 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 10 days of snow/rain.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Shymkent. May, August, September and October generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Shymkent climate page with graphs.
Shymkent, monthly averages in January
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.
So, what should you wear in Shymkent in January?
Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in January.
Interested in more climate information?
Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Shymkent.
Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Kazakhstan? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Kazakhstan. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.