Weather in Turkey in january 2025

Here, find the the weather forecast for january for most popular cities in Turkey. These forecasts are probabilities for the month of january from weather reports for over 10 years. The percentage indicates the probability of having the weather indicated.

Average weather in january in Ankara

very bad weather 301.1cm

Weather at 6am
32°F

Partly Cloudy

29%

Snow showers

17%

Cloudy

9%

Weather at 12pm
41°F

Clear/Sunny

32%

Snow showers

12%

Cloudy

9%

Weather at 6pm
31°F

Partly Cloudy

29%

Snow showers

16%

Moderate rain at times

10%

Weather at 3am
29°F

Clear/Sunny

29%

Partly Cloudy

26%

Snow showers

17%

Fog

11%

More information about the weather in Ankara in january



Where to go in Turkey in january?

Where to go in Turkey in january: destination map

Turkey: weather map in january in different regions
Turkey: weather map in january in different regions ©whereandwhen.net

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Where to go in each region in january?

Aegean Region
(Bodrum, Izmir, Marmaris...)
40°F to 58°F5 à 11 days61°F to 65°F
tolerable weather*
Black Sea Region
(Trabzon, Samsun, Sinop...)
36°F to 52°F5 à 11 days49°F to 52°F
very bad weather*
Central Anatolia Region
(Ankara, Cappadoce, Konya...)
34°F to 43°F5 à 8 days
very bad weather
Eastern Anatolia Region
(Van, Malatya, Erzurum...)
25°F to 40°F2 à 10 days
very bad weather
Marmara Region
(Istanbul, Çanakkale, Tekirdağ...)
45°F to 50°F7 à 10 days49°F to 59°F
very bad weather*
Mediterranean Region of Turkey
(Antalya, Side, Alanya...)
40°F to 59°F6 à 10 days65°F
tolerable weather*
Southeastern Anatolia Region
(Gaziantep, Siirt, Mardin...)
45°F to 50°F5 à 8 days
very bad weather
*over most of the region. Weather may vary locally.


Where should you go in Turkey in january when it comes to the weather?

Remember:
The climate in Turkey in january ranges from tolerable to very bad depending on the region and city.

The entire territory of Turkey observes a cold winter, with temperatures varying from -2° C to 14° C. Thanks to the geographical situation that affects the climatic conditions, certain regions like the localities bordering the Mediterranean Sea are favored by a climate throughout January in Turkey rather suitable.

The localities Bordering the Marmara Sea in January

A fresh atmosphere characterizes the localities bordering the Sea of Marmara in January. In the morning, morning temperatures can be very cold, but temperatures rarely drop below zero. If the weather in Istanbul looks clement, in Bursa snowfall is generally part of the landscape.

The West Coast of Turkey in January

Thanks to the influence of the Mediterranean, the localities on the western coast of the Turkish territory benefit from a suitable weather in Turkey throughout January, with average temperatures around 15° C - such as in Bodrum or Antalya or in Marmaris. This is one of the reasons that make these localities a favorable destination for recharging their batteries in winter.

Locations located near the Black Sea in January

The influence of the Black Sea on the city of Trabzon plays in favor of the weather in January in Turkey. Indeed, against all odds, the days are characterized by rather cold mornings and relatively foggy days. Temperatures rarely drop below zero.

Anatolia in January

It is in Anatolia that one will find snowy towns and villages throughout January. The cold weather dominates the climate of the Turkish hinterland with temperatures as low as -2° C. Thanks to a beautiful sunshine however, the days are pleasant enough to go skiing or spending the holidays in the mountains.


Climate in Turkey in january

Climate in Ankara in january

In the month of january, the mean temperature in Ankara is 36°F (maximum temperature is 41°F and minimum temperature is 31°F). The climate is rather cold here in the month of january. Do not forget to take with you warm clothes! With 3.1in over 5 days, you risk getting wet slightly for your trip. But this is rather moderate and it will not be continuous.

January
Average temperature 36°F
Highest temperature 41°F
Lowest temperature 31°F
Rainfall 3.1in
Number of days with rainfall 5 day(s)
(17%)
Humidity 85%
Daily sunshine hours 8
Cloud cover 41%
Length of day 09:40
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net very bad
more information about the climate in Ankara in january

Climate in Alanya in january

In the month of january, maximum temperature is 59°F and minimum temperature is 56°F (for an average temperature of 58°F). The climate is quite cool in that area in this month, but it is liveable when dressing cosy. With 10in over 9 days, you risk getting wet slightly throughout your vacations. But this is pretty moderate and it will not be continuous.
With proper weather, the month of january is okay (but not the best month) for traveling in this locality in Turkey.

January
Average temperature 58°F
Highest temperature 59°F
Lowest temperature 56°F
Sea temperature 65°F
Rainfall 10in
Number of days with rainfall 9 day(s)
(29%)
Humidity 64%
Daily sunshine hours 9
Cloud cover 30%
Length of day 09:57
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net tolerable
more information about the climate in Alanya in january

Climate in Antalya in january

In january, maximum temperature is 58°F and minimum temperature is 49°F (for an average temperature of 52°F). The climate is quite cool there in january, but it is livable when dressing hot. With 11.2in over 10 days, rain may occur throughout your vacations. But this is pretty moderate and you will not be too bothered by it.
With a correct climate, january is okay (but not good month) for traveling in this locality.

January
Average temperature 52°F
Highest temperature 58°F
Lowest temperature 49°F
Sea temperature 64°F
Rainfall 11.2in
Number of days with rainfall 10 day(s)
(32%)
Humidity 74%
Daily sunshine hours 9
Cloud cover 36%
Length of day 09:55
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net tolerable
more information about the climate in Antalya in january

Climate in Bodrum in january

In the month of january, the mean temperature in Bodrum is 56°F (maximum temperature is 58°F and minimum temperature is 54°F). The climate is relatively cold in this city in the month of january, but it is endurable by dressing hot. With 10.3in over 11 days, you risk getting wet slightly throughout your trip. But this is moderate and it will not be continuous.
With a correct weather, the month of january is okay (but not the best time) for traveling there.

January
Average temperature 56°F
Highest temperature 58°F
Lowest temperature 54°F
Sea temperature 64°F
Rainfall 10.3in
Number of days with rainfall 11 day(s)
(35%)
Humidity 74%
Daily sunshine hours 9
Cloud cover 38%
Length of day 09:55
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net tolerable
more information about the climate in Bodrum in january

Climate in Cappadoce in january

In january, the mean temperature in Cappadoce is 34°F (maximum temperature is 38°F and minimum temperature is 31°F). The climate is rather more than very fresh in this location in january. Do not forget to cover yourself! With 4in over 7 days, you will experience some showers throughout your holidays. But this is moderate and you will not be too bothered by it.

January
Average temperature 34°F
Highest temperature 38°F
Lowest temperature 31°F
Rainfall 4in
Number of days with rainfall 7 day(s)
(22%)
Humidity 84%
Daily sunshine hours 8
Cloud cover 42%
Length of day 09:47
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net very bad
more information about the climate in Cappadoce in january


All cities in Turkey in january

Ankara in januaryvery bad weather
Alanya in januarytolerable weather
Antalya in januarytolerable weather
Bodrum in januarytolerable weather
Cappadoce in januaryvery bad weather
Istanbul in januarybad weather
Izmir in januarybad weather
Marmaris in januarytolerable weather
Side in januarytolerable weather
Belek in januarytolerable weather
Çanakkale in januarybad weather
Dalaman in januarytolerable weather
Didim in januarytolerable weather
Erzurum in januaryvery bad weather
Gaziantep in januaryvery bad weather
Kemer in januarytolerable weather
Konya in januaryvery bad weather
Malatya in januaryvery bad weather
Mardin in januaryvery bad weather
Samsun in januaryvery bad weather
Siirt in januaryvery bad weather
Sinop in januarybad weather
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Weather data for Turkey in january:

Weather data for Turkey in january is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Turkey. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Turkey can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Turkey.


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