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

January tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of -1.3°C (29.7°F) and a low of -8°C (17.6°F).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 10.2 days and typically collects 22mm (0.87") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Bishkek are January through April, October through December. In Bishkek, during January, snow falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 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, Kyrgyzstan, 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

In January, the average sunshine is 6.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Bishkek?

Bishkek notes the coldest temperatures in January, with a average high of -1.3°C (29.7°F) and a low of -8°C (17.6°F).

How cold is it in Bishkek in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Bishkek, is -1.3°C (29.7°F), while the low-temperature averages to -8°C (17.6°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Bishkek?

The average relative humidity in January in Bishkek is 73%.

What is the driest month in Bishkek?

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

How much does it rain in Bishkek 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 Bishkek?

In Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, during January, snow falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 130mm (5.12") of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Bishkek?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Bishkek?

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, in Bishkek, sunrise is at 08:18 and sunset at 18:12 +06.

How many hours of sunshine does Bishkek have in January?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Bishkek?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Bishkek?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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).

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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).

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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).

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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%).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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