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 »
  On the first day of January in Artvin sunrise is at 07:38 and sunset at 16:53. In Artvin during January, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 87mm (3.43") of precipitation.
• 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 »
  In Bursa during January, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 87mm (3.43") of precipitation. In Bursa during January, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 87mm (3.43") of precipitation.
• Adana - January »
  January is the most humid month in Adana with an average relative humidity of 67%. January is the most humid month in Adana, with an average relative humidity of 67%.
• Konya - January »
  In Konya, Turkey, during January, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 36mm (1.42") of precipitation. 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 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 and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Diyarbakır, Turkey. Temperature records in Diyarbakır mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging 6.7°C (44.1°F) and lows at -2.3°C (27.9°F).
• Mersin - January »
  On the first day of January in Mersin sunrise is at 07:54 and sunset at 17:35. The year in Mersin, Turkey begins with January, starting off with mild temperatures that encourage outdoor activities.
• 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.