What to pack for Ankara in January
- a warm coat, hat and gloves
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
- waterproof boots — snow is likely
Humidity averages 74%; max daily wind around 15 km/h. Snow falls on about 3.2 days.
How January compares
Best months in Ankara: April & June & September–October. See the full best time to visit Ankara guide.
Ankara in January: the details
In January, Ankara sees average daytime highs of 6°C (43°F) and overnight lows of -2°C (28°F). Rainfall totals roughly 57 mm across 10.5 rainy days, and the sun shines about 6.8 hours per day with 9.5 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 74%.
In context: January is the coldest month of the year and the wettest in Ankara. The sunniest month is July (13.8 h/day).
| Metric | January average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 6°C / 43°F |
| Overnight low | -2°C / 28°F |
| Rainfall | 57 mm over 10.5 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 6.8 h/day (9.5 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 74% |
| Travel score | 2.2 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Ankara, Turkey (39.92, 32.85) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Ankara in January?
Daytime highs in Ankara in January average 6°C (43°F); nights drop to about -2°C.
Does it rain in Ankara in January?
Expect around 10.5 rainy days and 57 mm of rainfall in January.
Is January a good time to visit Ankara?
January is a challenging month to visit Ankara — consider April & June & September–October instead. Overall travel score: 2.2/10. The best months are April & June & September–October.
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