Saint Petersburg
January
Weather in Saint Petersburg for January 2026
Your guide to Saint Petersburg weather in January - trends and predictions
Saint Petersburg is transformed into a snow paradise in January, with more than 20 snowy days on average.
According to Saint Petersburg snow forecast for January 2026, 6 snowy days are expected at the beginning of January. The first snowfall for January is expected in Thursday, 1 January.The forecast for the coming days of January 2026 predicts a temperature of -5 °C , which is warmer than usual.
In general, the average temperature in Saint Petersburg at the beginning of January is -8.9 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 1 °C by the end of January.
Snow Forecast ❄️
Temperatures
3
Dry days
4
Rainy days
24
Snow days
-3°/-8°
Temperatures
18 km/h
Avg max wind
93 %
Avg humidity
Saint Petersburg Weather January
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Temperatures trend during January in Saint Petersburg
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January weather in Saint Petersburg day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| 1 Jan. |  Light snow | -10° /-13° | 0.2 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 2 Jan. | Light snow | -11° /-13° | 0.1 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 3 Jan. |  Mist | -8° /-12° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 4 Jan. |  Light freezing rain | -7° /-8° | 0.2 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 5 Jan. | Light snow | -6° /-9° | 0.3 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 6 Jan. | Mist | -12° /-17° | 0.1 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 7 Jan. |  Freezing fog | -8° /-17° | 0.4 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| 8 Jan. |  Overcast | -4° /-13° | 1.8 mm | 1.3 cm | |
| 9 Jan. | Overcast | -1° /-10° | 0.7 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| 10 Jan. |  Heavy snow | 0° /-8° | 5.3 mm | 3.4 cm | |
| 11 Jan. | Overcast | 0° /-6° | 6 mm | 3.1 cm | |
| 12 Jan. |  Patchy moderate snow | -4° /-11° | 5.1 mm | 3.1 cm | |
| 13 Jan. | Freezing fog | -3° /-13° | 2.3 mm | 1.1 cm | |
| 14 Jan. | Light freezing rain | -2° /-7° | 1.7 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| 15 Jan. |  Heavy rain at times | -1° /-6° | 3 mm | 0.7 cm | |
| 16 Jan. |  Patchy rain possible | 0° /-4° | 2.7 mm | 1.4 cm | |
| 17 Jan. | Overcast | -4° /-8° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 18 Jan. | Patchy moderate snow | 0° /-5° | 2.8 mm | 1.1 cm | |
| 19 Jan. |  Moderate or heavy rain shower | 0° /-6° | 3.7 mm | 0.9 cm | |
| 20 Jan. | Light freezing rain | -4° /-11° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 21 Jan. | Overcast | -3° /-13° | 1.5 mm | 1.1 cm | |
| 22 Jan. |  Partly cloudy | -1° /-6° | 2.2 mm | 1.2 cm | |
| 23 Jan. | Overcast | 0° /-2° | 0.7 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| 24 Jan. |  Moderate snow | 1° /-2° | 1.8 mm | 1.1 cm | |
| 25 Jan. | Moderate snow | 1° /-1° | 1.3 mm | 0.9 cm | |
| 26 Jan. | Light freezing rain | 0° /-5° | 1.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 27 Jan. |  Sunny | -1° /-8° | 4.1 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| 28 Jan. | Sunny | 0° /-5° | 2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 29 Jan. | Light freezing rain | 2° /-1° | 1.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 30 Jan. | Patchy moderate snow | 3° /-1° | 3.6 mm | 1 cm | |
| 31 Jan. | Light freezing rain | 2° /-2° | 2.6 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Saint Petersburg in January is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Saint Petersburg forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Saint Petersburg in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Saint Petersburg during January?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding -3° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in Saint Petersburg during January?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Saint Petersburg during January, with a total of 70.8 mm spread over approximately 4 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.
Will it snow in Saint Petersburg in January 2026?
Saint Petersburg experiences an average snowfall of 29.0333 cm during January, occurring over 24 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Saint Petersburg during January?
The average wind speed in Saint Petersburg during January is 18 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
Saint Petersburg snow forecast January 2026
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On average, Saint Petersburg sees 24 snowy days during January, with approximately 29 cm of total snowfall.
January rainfall patterns in Saint Petersburg
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Typically, Saint Petersburg has 4 rainy days in January with a total of 70.8 mm of rainfall.
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