Things to Do in Minsk in January
January weather, activities, events & insider tips
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January Weather in Minsk
Long-run averages for January
28°F (-2°C)
High Temp
20°F (-6°C)
Low Temp
1.9 inches (48 mm)
Rainfall
88%
Humidity
10
Rainy Days
1
Sunny-Day UV
⚠ Freezing rain occurs on approximately 30% of January days, creating invisible ice layers on sidewalks and roads that are significantly more hazardous than snow.
What's On in Minsk in January
January in Minsk begins with the public holidays Новы год on Friday 1 January and Saturday 2 January. Later in the month, Каляды праваслаўныя falls on Thursday 7 January. Visitors can expect temperatures ranging from average highs of -2°C to average lows of -6°C, with average rainfall of 48 mm.
January Climate Compared
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|---|
| December | 0°C | -4°C | 48 mm |
| January | -2°C | -6°C | 48 mm |
| February | 0°C | -6°C | 41 mm |
January is 2°C cooler than December; 2°C cooler than February.
Long-run monthly averages. Source: Wikipedia.
Daylight in January
Day length: 7 h 30 min on 1 January, 7 h 56 min on 15 January (+31 min compared with mid-December).
Computed from the city's coordinates (sunrise to sunset, standard solar geometry).
Public Holidays and Long Weekends
- Новы год: Friday 1 January 2027 (3-day weekend (Fri–Sun))
- Новы год: Saturday 2 January 2027
- Каляды праваслаўныя: Thursday 7 January 2027 (possible 4-day weekend if Friday is taken off)
Holiday dates: Nager.Date. Long-weekend notes are computed from the weekday.
Notable Places to Visit
Belarusian National Arts Museum
State art museum in Minsk
Hours (OSM): Mo,We,Fr-Su 11:00-19:00; Tu off; Th 13:00-21:00
OSM · Wikidata · Website
Places within 8 km, ordered by Wikipedia coverage. Opening hours as mapped in OpenStreetMap (fetched 2026-10-16); check before you go. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL); descriptions from Wikidata (CC0).
Quick Answers
How much rain does Minsk get in January?
On average 48 mm in January.
How warm is Minsk in January?
Average highs are -2°C and average lows -6°C.
How long are the days in Minsk in January?
About 7 h 56 min of daylight on 15 January.
Are there public holidays in Minsk in January?
Yes: Новы год on Friday 1 January 2027; Новы год on Saturday 2 January 2027; Каляды праваслаўныя on Thursday 7 January 2027. 2 of them create a long weekend.
What are some notable places to visit in Minsk?
Kurapaty, Belarusian National Arts Museum, Minsk Ghetto, Bolshoi Theatre of Belarus (from OpenStreetMap and Wikidata).
Where to Stay in Minsk in January
Hand-picked hotels across price tiers for January travellers.
Public Holidays in January
Dates that affect opening hours, transport and crowds
Новы год
Known in English as New Year's Day. Observed nationwide as a public holiday.
Новы год
Known in English as New Year's Day. Observed nationwide as a public holiday.
Каляды праваслаўныя
Known in English as Christmas Day (Orthodox). Observed nationwide as a public holiday.
Новы год
Known in English as New Year's Day. Observed nationwide as a public holiday.
Новы год
Known in English as New Year's Day. Observed nationwide as a public holiday.
Каляды праваслаўныя
Known in English as Christmas Day (Orthodox). Observed nationwide as a public holiday.
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