January weather forecast
Magadan, Russia

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Weather in January

Weather conditions for Magadan, Russia in January, tend to kick off the year with frosty conditions. Following the coldest month of the year, there's a continuance of the teeth-chattering temperatures of December. Snowfall reaching up to 75mm (2.95") along with high wind gusts of up to 30.5km/h (19mph) enhances the winter season's brutality. Furthermore, the city's residents should anticipate considerable cloud coverage and limited daylight. Yet, despite the harsh weather conditions, the region's physical beauty offers an intoxicating charm, with glittering snow under sunlit skies and picturesque frost-covered landscapes.

Temperature

With average high temperatures of -14.9°C (5.2°F) and lows of -18.8°C (-1.8°F), January is the coldest month in Magadan.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 86%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In January, in Magadan, Russia, the rain falls for 1.6 days. Throughout January, 14mm (0.55") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 81.3 rainfall days, and 419mm (16.5") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Magadan. In January, in Magadan, it is snowing for 11.1 days. Throughout January, 75mm (2.95") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Magadan, there are 88 snowfall days, and 813mm (32.01") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Magadan, the average seawater temperature in January is 0°C (32°F).
Note: For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 6h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:55 and sunset at 15:04. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 08:11 and sunset at 16:07 +10.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3h of sunshine.

UV index

In Magadan, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. 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 Magadan?

Magadan witnesses the coldest weather in January, with temperatures averaging a high of -14.9°C (5.2°F) and a low of -18.8°C (-1.8°F).

How cold is it in Magadan in January?

During January, Magadan experiences an average high-temperature of -14.9°C (5.2°F) and a low-temperature of -18.8°C (-1.8°F).

What is the most humid month in Magadan?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

What is the average humidity in January in Magadan?

In January, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How much does it rain in Magadan in January?

In January, in Magadan, the rain falls for 1.6 days. Throughout January, 14mm (0.55") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Magadan?

In Magadan, in January, during 11.1 snowfall days, 75mm (2.95") of snow is typically accumulated.

How cold is the water in January in Magadan?

In Magadan, Russia, in January, the average water temperature is 0°C (32°F). For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.

How many hours of daylight does Magadan have in January?

In January, the average day length is 6h and 57min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Magadan?

On the first day of January in Magadan, sunrise is at 08:55 and sunset at 15:04. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:11 and sunset at 16:07 +10.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Magadan?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Magadan, with an average of 3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Magadan?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Magadan is 3h.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Magadan?

In Magadan, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Magadan, Russia

Average temperature in January - Magadan, Russia
  • Average high temperature in January: -14.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (14.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-14.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -18.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (10.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-20°C).

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Average pressure in January
Magadan, Russia

Average pressure in January - Magadan, Russia
  • Average pressure in January: 1013.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1009.1mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Magadan, Russia

Average wind speed in January - Magadan, Russia
  • Average wind speed in January: 19km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (21.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.8km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Magadan, Russia

Average humidity in January - Magadan, Russia
  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in January
Magadan, Russia

Average rainfall in January - Magadan, Russia
  • Average rainfall in January: 14mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (72mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (9mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Magadan, Russia

Average rainfall days in January - Magadan, Russia
  • Average rainfall days in January: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.9 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Magadan, Russia

Average snowfall in January - Magadan, Russia
  • Average snowfall in January: 75mm

The month with the highest snowfall is November (186mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Magadan, Russia

Average snowfall days in January - Magadan, Russia
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (14.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Magadan, Russia

Average sea temperature in January - Magadan, Russia
  • Average sea temperature in January: 0°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (12°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (-1°C).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Magadan, Russia

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Magadan, Russia
  • Average daylight in January: 7h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h).

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Average sunshine days in January
Magadan, Russia

Average sunshine days in January - Magadan, Russia
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (19.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and November (13.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Magadan, Russia

Average UV index in January - Magadan, Russia
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Magadan, Russia

Average cloud cover in January - Magadan, Russia
  • Average cloud cover in January: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 47).

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Average visibility in January
Magadan, Russia

Average visibility in January - Magadan, Russia
  • Average visibility in January: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, May, June, August, September, October and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are March, April, July and November (8km).

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