January weather forecast
Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan

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The main building of Kyrgyz National University in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
The main building of Kyrgyz National University in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan

Weather in January

In Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, January is known for being the coldest month in the year. Average low temperatures reside around -8°C (17.6°F), while highs do not exceed -1.3°C (29.7°F). The city experiences an average of 10.7 snowfall days with a substantial 130mm (5.12") of snowfall. As one might expect, daylight is briefly limited to only 9.4 hours. The city, being nestled in a mountainous region, is graced by a beautifully crisp, white winter landscape adorned with snow-covered roofs and trees.

Temperature

Bishkek reaches its lowest average temperatures in January, measuring -1.3°C (29.7°F) at the peak and -8°C (17.6°F) at the lowest.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 73%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 10.2 days and accumulates 22mm (0.87") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Bishkek, in January, snow falls for 10.7 days, with typically accumulated 130mm (5.12") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 46.1 snowfall days, and 771mm (30.35") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Bishkek, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:32 and sunset at 17:37. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 08:18 and sunset at 18:12 +06.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 6.6h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

Temperature records mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging -1.3°C (29.7°F) and lows at -8°C (17.6°F).

How cold is it in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are -1.3°C (29.7°F) and -8°C (17.6°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Bishkek, the average relative humidity in January is 73%.

What is the driest month in Bishkek?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 10.2 days and accumulates 22mm (0.87") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout January, 22mm (0.87") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, in Bishkek, it is snowing for 10.7 days. Throughout January, 130mm (5.12") of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:32 and sunset at 17:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:18 and sunset at 18:12 +06.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Bishkek, the average sunshine duration in January is 6.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in January in Bishkek?

In Bishkek, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan

Average temperature in January - Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
  • Average high temperature in January: -1.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (27.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-1.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (16.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-8°C).

Average pressure in January
Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan

Average pressure in January - Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
  • Average pressure in January: 1026.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1028.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1008.8mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan

Average wind speed in January - Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.6km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (9.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (7.1km/h).

Average humidity in January
Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan

Average humidity in January - Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
  • Average humidity in January: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (40%).

Average rainfall in January
Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan

Average rainfall in January - Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
  • Average rainfall in January: 22mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (89mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (22mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan

Average rainfall days in January - Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (22 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan

Average snowfall in January - Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
  • Average snowfall in January: 130mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (176mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan

Average snowfall days in January - Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan

Average sunshine days in January - Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (2.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan

Average UV index in January - Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan

Average cloud cover in January - Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
  • Average cloud cover in January: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in January
Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan

Average visibility in January - Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
  • Average visibility in January: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (9km).

Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan

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