January 20 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Almaty. With minimal rain risk (14%) and pleasant highs of -2°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. You'll find plenty of company in Almaty this month as tourism activity remains quite robust.
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Essential Travel Info for Almaty
Currency
KZT
₸ Kazakhstani tenge
Language
Kazakh
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Driving
Right side
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Safety
Moderate Safety
GPI: 2.071
Almaty Weather Forecast for January 20
"Cold & Crisp. Expect average highs of -1.8°C. 14% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Almaty in January
Based on historical data for January 20, Almaty typically experiences temperatures between -9.1°C and -1.8°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (14% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Almaty
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
-1.8°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
-9.1°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
-5.4°C
🥶 Slightly colder
Snow Chance
14%
Avg 0.5mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.5 cm
~14% chance
Pressure
1027.4 hPa
Medium volatility
Almaty Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 82% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 200 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 300 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 500 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
-8.7°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😐 Best outdoor time:
Midday (11 AM - 3 PM) when warmest
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Kazakhstan
Flight Traffic
Busy
79/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
2 vaccines • View Details →
Landing Slots
~110
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Almaty
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:20
☀️ Noon
12:04
🌇 Sunset
16:48
⏱️ Daylight
9h 28m
Wind Speed
9.7 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
6.9 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
59%
Comfortable
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Travel Health & Safety in Almaty
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
High pressure may reduce activity.
Unhealthy for sensitive groups. Consider wearing a mask outdoors.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Almaty on January 20 averages -1.8°C with a 14% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 9/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Almaty Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
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Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Almaty Worth Visiting on January 20?
Planning a trip to Almaty on January 20? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging -1.8°C with a 14% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 110 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 8 vaccinations are recommended for Kazakhstan, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest January 20 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 5.5°C in 2021, while the coldest dropped to -19°C in 2023.