Olgii Weather in January

In January, Olgii experiences the lowest temperatures throughout the year and the whole landscape is frozen. Sudden temperature drops occur as well and bring extremely cold conditions. Its precipitation is especially scarce with occasional light snow. However, snow-covered grassland and mountains can be seen as the snow doesn’t melt. Both the daylength and sunshine duration are short in January. In conclusion, Olgii weather in January is harshly cold and pretty dry, unfavorable for traveling there. 

Freezing Cold with Lowest Temperature of the Year

As the coldest month in Olgii, January sees particularly low temperatures with the daytime highs usually lying between -17 and -5 degrees Celsius (1 - 23 degrees Fahrenheit) and the low degrees ranging from -28 to -10℃ (-18 - 14℉). Besides, cold air visits Olgii several times in January and results in sudden temperature drops. In the most freezing days, even the high temperatures fall to around -22℃ (-8℉) and the low values stay at the bottom of -33℃ (27℉). The weather of Olgii in January is so frigid that the inner side of house door might get ice-covered, and after staying outside for some time, your eyebrows and eyelashes may get frosty. 

Dry with Scarce Snowfall 

In Olgii during January, there are 6 days with some snowfall, bringing the total monthly precipitation of only 2mm (0.08 in) on average. Due to the exceptionally scarce precipitation, Olgii climate in January is quite dry and your lips might crack even bleed. The snow, though light as drizzles, doesn’t melt for the whole month, accumulated on roads, rooves and mountains. When heading for snow views, be sure to mind the slippery roads.

Short Daytime and Sunny Hours 

In January, the first beam of sunlight appears at around 08:30 - 08:52 and the sun dips below the horizon at nearly 17:14 - 17:56. With the daylight duration ranging from 8h22m to 9h25m, the average daylength in this month is the second shortest of the year. It is far from sufficient for visitors to conduct full sightseeing especially for distant attractions in Olgii suburbs. Accordingly, the sunshine duration is not long, only 5 hours per day on average, though there are many sunny days in January. 

Not Suggested to Visit Olgii in January

January is not a good time to visit Olgii mainly because of its unbearable coldness and monotonous scenery. 

Extremely low temperature is the most challenging factor for travelling there. The severely cold climate of Olgii in January makes you unwilling to step out of the door, let alone conducting visits outside for a long time. In mountain and lake areas, you have no choice but to live in the ger fueled by woods and cow dungs, which is not warm enough. You might be awakened by coldness even covered with four quilts. 

In terms of scenery, except for some cultural scenic spots, urban Olgii presents only monotonous snow-covered landscape. It takes a long drive to appreciate the highlights of Olgii in suburbs, which is dangerous since the roads are usually frozen and fairly slippery in January. Meanwhile, it costs much more time than usual, thus making the already insufficient daytime less available.

However, if you have to or insist to visit Olgii in January 2027, please do read the following tips carefully to make full preparations.

Tips for Dressing in January in Olgii

Upper body: Thermal underwear for base layer should be high-top and quick-dry to preserve heat. For middle layer, heavy sweaters, fleece shirts or padded hoodies are necessary, but still not warm enough alone, so put on thin down vests or coats which are not bulky. Windproof long down coats are the top choices for outer layer to resist winds. It would be better if they have hoods to add protection on your head and ears.

Lower body: Thick long johns are indispensable under such low temperatures. Then, choose from fleece-lined jeans, padded jacket pants and down trousers for windproof layer. Woolen knee pads should be prepared since the knees are very sensible to coldness.

Shoes: It is suggested to wear fleece-lined walking boots and snow boots as most of them have anti-slippery soles. Casual padded sneakers are also acceptable if with ice cleats.

Others: Woolen hats, large scarves and thick gloves should be worn to protect the largely exposed skin from cold injury. Protective glasses are also useful to avoid eye discomfort in the vast expanse of whiteness. A portable small humidifier works well to deal with the dry climate. Moreover, be sure to pack skin-care products such as body oil, hand cream and lip pomades.

Tips for Visiting Olgii in January 

1. To keep warm in extremely low temperatures outdoors, for urban areas, you can visit the indoor attraction Aimag Museum or get a cup of Kumiss (Horse Milk Wine) in the restaurant so as to revive warm after going sightseeing outside for a longtime. While in suburbs, you can stick warm pastes in addition to wearing warm clothes. If possible, get back to the car every now and then and turn on its air conditioner for warmth. 

2. Considering the snowy and rugged roads in Ulgii in January, to ensure safety, you had better avoid self-driving and look for an experienced local driver whose cars are specialized for snow-covered roads, especially if your schedule involves distant attractions.