January weather forecast
Turkey

January in Turkey is typically characterized by cold and often snowy weather, particularly in the interior and eastern regions. It stands as one of the coldest months of the year, with Eastern Anatolia experiencing extreme cold, registering temperatures often below -28.9°C (-20°F). The lowest temperature on record in Turkey was set on January 9, 1990, in Caldiran, Van, at -46.4°C (-51.5°F).

In comparison to December, January often sees a slight decrease in temperatures, especially in the interior, while coastal areas remain relatively moderate. In the Black Sea and Marmara coasts, the weather is milder, with temperatures ranging from 5°C (41°F) to 10°C (50°F). However, snowfall can be expected, although it generally does not stay on the ground for more than a few days.

The southeastern region, known for its arid desert climate, has milder winters compared to the harsh interior, with temperatures typically above freezing. Still, it is considerably cooler compared to the hot summer months in this region.

Istanbul, being a transcontinental city, experiences colder January weather compared to other coastal cities, with temperatures ranging from 3°C (37.4°F) to 9°C (48.2°F). Precipitation is relatively common during this month, contributing to the wet winter season.

In contrast to the following month, February, January generally exhibits more consistent and lower temperatures. The persistent cold, especially in the eastern regions, limits outdoor activities, and the increased snowfall in the mountainous areas offers opportunities for winter sports enthusiasts.

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• Istanbul - January »
  The month with the most snowfall in Istanbul is January, when snow falls for 3.7 days and typically aggregates up to 24mm (0.94") of snow. The month with the most snowfall in Istanbul is January, when snow falls for 3.7 days and typically aggregates up to 24mm (0.94") of snow.
• Artvin - January »
  In Artvin in January, during 13 rainfall days, 87mm (3.43") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Artvin in January, during 13 rainfall days, 87mm (3.43") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Ankara - January »
  Ankara's coldest month, January, registers temperatures that range from a high of 4.4°C (39.9°F) to a low of -3°C (26.6°F). January, known for its average high temperature of 4.4°C (39.9°F) and an average low temperature of -3°C (26.6°F), is the coldest month in Ankara.
• Izmir - January »
  January is Izmir's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 12.5°C (54.5°F) and lows of 5.9°C (42.6°F). Izmir witnesses the coldest weather in January, with temperatures averaging a high of 12.5°C (54.5°F) and a low of 5.9°C (42.6°F).
• Bursa - January »
  Bursa reaches its average lowest temperatures in January, measuring 9.6°C (49.3°F) at the peak and 1.7°C (35.1°F) at the lowest. January temperatures in Bursa vary between a high-temperature of 9.6°C (49.3°F) and a low-temperature of 1.7°C (35.1°F).
• Adana - January »
  With an average relative humidity of 67%, January is the most humid month in Adana, Turkey. Adana's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 12.5°C (54.5°F) to a low of 5.6°C (42.1°F).
• Konya - January »
  On the first day of January in Konya, Turkey, sunrise is at 08:05 and sunset at 17:41. Konya reaches its lowest average temperatures in January, measuring 4.8°C (40.6°F) at the peak and -3.9°C (25°F) at the lowest.
• Antalya - January »
  On the first day of January in Antalya, Turkey, sunrise is at 08:09 and sunset at 17:50. In Antalya, during January, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 234mm (9.21") of precipitation.
• Diyarbakır - January »
  January, with an average high of 6.7°C (44.1°F) and a low of -2.3°C (27.9°F), signifies the coldest month of the year in Diyarbakır, Turkey. With its high average temperature of 6.7°C (44.1°F) and a low of -2.3°C (27.9°F), January is regarded as the coldest month in Diyarbakır.
• Mersin - January »
  Mersin's temperature records reveal January as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 14.7°C (58.5°F) and lows of 6.3°C (43.3°F). In Mersin the average seawater temperature in January is 17.9°C (64.2°F).
• Kayseri - January »
  The months with the most snowfall days in Kayseri are January and February, with an average of 9 snowfall days. The months with the most snowfall days in Kayseri are January and February, with an average of 9 snowfall days.