Weather in Turkey for January 2025
In general, the average temperature in Turkey at the beginning of January is 12.3 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly cool down, reaching an average of 7.7 °C by the end of January.
Turkey sees moderate rainfall in January, averaging 9 rainy days.
Snowfall in Turkey during January is quite rare, with fewer than 2 snowy days on average.
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Turkey in January average weather
| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  13° | 2  12° | 3 12° | 4  12° | 5 12° | ||
| 6 12° | 7 13° | 8 13° | 9  9° | 10 10° | 11 9° | 12 9° |
| 13 7° | 14 8° | 15 11° | 16 11° | 17 12° | 18 15° | 19 14° |
| 20  13° | 21 11° | 22 11° | 23 10° | 24 9° | 25 8° | 26 10° |
| 27 9° | 28 8° | 29 6° | 30 6° | 31 7° |
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Temperatures trend during January in Turkey
January weather day by day
| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 13° /9° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| 2 Jan. | Sunny | 12° /8° | 2.5 mm | 4 | |
| 3 Jan. | Sunny | 12° /7° | 0.8 mm | 4 | |
| 4 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 12° /10° | 0.2 mm | 3 | |
| 5 Jan. | Sunny | 12° /9° | 0.9 mm | 4 | |
| 6 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 12° /9° | 0.1 mm | 3 | |
| 7 Jan. | Sunny | 13° /9° | 4.1 mm | 4 | |
| 8 Jan. | Sunny | 13° /7° | 3.2 mm | 4 | |
| 9 Jan. | Overcast | 9° /5° | 5.5 mm | 3 | |
| 10 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 10° /6° | 2.4 mm | 3 | |
| 11 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 9° /7° | 0.6 mm | 3 | |
| 12 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 9° /5° | 1.8 mm | 3 | |
| 13 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /5° | 1.6 mm | 2 | |
| 14 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /5° | 0.2 mm | 3 | |
| 15 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 11° /6° | 0.5 mm | 3 | |
| 16 Jan. | Sunny | 11° /7° | 3.4 mm | 4 | |
| 17 Jan. | Overcast | 12° /8° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| 18 Jan. | Sunny | 15° /10° | 1.5 mm | 4 | |
| 19 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 14° /11° | 2 mm | 4 | |
| 20 Jan. | Cloudy | 13° /6° | 10.5 mm | 4 | |
| 21 Jan. | Sunny | 11° /7° | 1.9 mm | 3 | |
| 22 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 11° /7° | 0.1 mm | 4 | |
| 23 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 10° /6° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| 24 Jan. | Cloudy | 9° /6° | 0.3 mm | 2 | |
| 25 Jan. | Overcast | 8° /6° | 0.5 mm | 2 | |
| 26 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 10° /6° | 0.5 mm | 3 | |
| 27 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 9° /7° | 2.7 mm | 3 | |
| 28 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /4° | 1.1 mm | 3 | |
| 29 Jan. | Overcast | 6° /4° | 3.9 mm | 2 | |
| 30 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 6° /4° | 1.3 mm | 2 | |
| 31 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /3° | 0.8 mm | 2 | |
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Guide for Turkey in January
In January, Turkey experiences varying weather conditions from the beginning to the end of the month. Along the coastal areas, such as Istanbul and Antalya, the weather is generally mild at the start of January, with temperatures averaging around 10° to 12°.
However, as the month progresses, the temperatures tend to drop slightly, with averages ranging from 8° to 10°. Inland areas, such as Ankara and Cappadocia, are typically colder, with temperatures at the beginning of January averaging around 2° to 4°.
Towards the end of the month, these areas experience even colder temperatures, with averages dropping to around 0° to 2°.
In terms of precipitation, coastal regions may experience some rainfall at the beginning of January, while inland areas may see some snowfall. As the month progresses, the likelihood of precipitation decreases, especially in the coastal regions.
Overall, January in Turkey offers a mix of weather conditions, with milder temperatures along the coast and colder temperatures inland. Travelers should be prepared for varying conditions and pack accordingly, especially if planning to visit both coastal and inland areas.
Turkey in January - FAQ
What to pack to Turkey in January?
As you prepare for your trip to Turkey in January, it's important to consider the typical weather patterns for the time of year. Below is a carefully tailored packing list to ensure that your time in Turkey, during January, is comfortable and enjoyable, regardless of the weather conditions.
- Clothing
- Warm Clothing: Sweaters, hoodies, long pants
- Rain Gear: Lightweight, waterproof clothing
- Footwear
- Waterproof Shoes
- Accessories
- Scarves: To protect you from the cold wind
- Gloves/Mittens: Essential for cold weather
- Warm Hats: Warm hats for insulation in cold weather
- Umbrellas/Raincoats: For rainy days
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