January weather forecast
Aktau, Kazakhstan

The first month of the year in Aktau, Kazakhstan is dismally cold, characterized by minimal daylight and scarce rainfall. It offers a freezing spectacle with the lowest temperatures dipping to -5°C (23°F). Few daylight hours paint a stark contrast to the long nights, embodying the quintessential winter. The sea too stands firm in its winter escapades, remaining icy cold, which deters most aquatic activity. Short periods of weak sunshine and a limited UV index further cultivate the winter mystique peculiar to January.

Temperature

In Aktau, Kazakhstan, the month of January registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 2°C (35.6°F) at the peak and -5°C (23°F) at the lowest.

Rainfall

In Aktau, Kazakhstan, in January, during 6 rainfall days, 8mm (0.31") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Aktau, Kazakhstan, there are 59 rainfall days, and 121mm (4.76") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Aktau, the average seawater temperature in January is 7°C (44.6°F).
Note: Navigating the 7°C (44.6°F) at 13°C (55.4°F) is no joy, and temperatures less than 10°C (50°F) can threaten breathing and cause a chilling shock, gauging personal stamina.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Aktau, Kazakhstan, is 9h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:08 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 08:53 and sunset at 18:43 +05.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Aktau are January and December, with an average of 3h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Aktau, Kazakhstan. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.