Monthly climate guide
Chelyabinsk weather in January
January in Chelyabinsk is typically freezing, with average daytime highs around -14°C (8°F) and night-time lows near -21°C (-6°F). The month usually brings about 20 mm of rain (fairly dry) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 3°C cooler than December and 4°C cooler than February.
What stands out in January
- Just 340 km apart, but Chelyabinsk runs about 2°C warmer than Tyumen this month.
- It warms up quickly from here: by February highs are about 4°C higher.
- Rain is well below Chelyabinsk's usual level (around 52% less).
- Mornings start cold: the average low is -21°C, and frost is common.
January is typically Chelyabinsk's coolest month.It's usually the driest month of the year.
Avg high
-14°C
8°F
Avg low
-21°C
-6°F
Rainfall
20 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
96%
relative
Sky
70%
cloud · often cloudy
Chelyabinsk weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -14°C / 8°F | -21°C / -6°F | 20 mm | 96% | 70% |
| February | -9°C / 15°F | -18°C / 0°F | 21 mm | 96% | 68% |
| March | -3°C / 27°F | -12°C / 11°F | 32 mm | 93% | 73% |
| April | 9°C / 48°F | -1°C / 30°F | 36 mm | 78% | 74% |
| May | 18°C / 64°F | 6°C / 42°F | 52 mm | 69% | 61% |
| June | 22°C / 71°F | 11°C / 52°F | 61 mm | 70% | 66% |
| July | 25°C / 76°F | 14°C / 57°F | 79 mm | 68% | 65% |
| August | 23°C / 74°F | 13°C / 55°F | 56 mm | 69% | 68% |
| September | 16°C / 61°F | 6°C / 44°F | 42 mm | 73% | 73% |
| October | 6°C / 43°F | -1°C / 29°F | 49 mm | 82% | 80% |
| November | -4°C / 25°F | -10°C / 13°F | 29 mm | 90% | 75% |
| December | -11°C / 12°F | -17°C / 1°F | 26 mm | 94% | 71% |
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
Is January a good time to visit Chelyabinsk?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Chelyabinsk →Other Russia cities in January
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Chelyabinsk in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Chelyabinsk?
January is cool in Chelyabinsk, with highs around -14°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Chelyabinsk in January?
Average highs are about -14°C (8°F) and average lows about -21°C (-6°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Chelyabinsk in January?
Chelyabinsk typically gets around 20 mm of rain in January — fairly dry. It's usually the driest month of the year.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Chelyabinsk (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.