Monthly climate guide
Minsk weather in January
January in Minsk is typically freezing, with average daytime highs around -5°C (23°F) and night-time lows near -10°C (13°F). The month usually brings about 53 mm of rain (some rain) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 3°C cooler than December and 2°C cooler than February.
What stands out in January
- Expect more cloud than at any other time of year.
- Seasonally, January counts as mid-winter in Minsk.
- Pack for frost — nights average -10°C in January.
- There's little difference between day and night (around 5°C).
January is typically Minsk's coolest month.
Avg high
-5°C
23°F
Avg low
-10°C
13°F
Rainfall
53 mm
some rain
Humidity
97%
relative
Sky
89%
cloud · often cloudy
Minsk weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -5°C / 23°F | -10°C / 13°F | 53 mm | 97% | 89% |
| February | -3°C / 27°F | -9°C / 16°F | 37 mm | 96% | 87% |
| March | 3°C / 38°F | -4°C / 24°F | 42 mm | 89% | 75% |
| April | 11°C / 52°F | 1°C / 34°F | 50 mm | 82% | 61% |
| May | 18°C / 64°F | 8°C / 46°F | 79 mm | 80% | 62% |
| June | 21°C / 70°F | 12°C / 53°F | 76 mm | 79% | 61% |
| July | 22°C / 72°F | 13°C / 56°F | 108 mm | 80% | 66% |
| August | 22°C / 72°F | 13°C / 55°F | 74 mm | 77% | 61% |
| September | 18°C / 64°F | 8°C / 47°F | 55 mm | 81% | 66% |
| October | 10°C / 50°F | 3°C / 37°F | 60 mm | 88% | 73% |
| November | 3°C / 38°F | -1°C / 30°F | 56 mm | 94% | 85% |
| December | -1°C / 29°F | -6°C / 22°F | 56 mm | 97% | 86% |
What to pack for January
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- Thermal base layers and warm, grippy boots for icy mornings
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is January a good time to visit Minsk?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Minsk →Other Belarus cities in January
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Minsk in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Minsk?
January is cool in Minsk, with highs around -5°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Minsk in January?
Average highs are about -5°C (23°F) and average lows about -10°C (13°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Minsk in January?
Minsk typically gets around 53 mm of rain in January — some rain.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Minsk (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.