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Thinking of visiting Karaj in January? Expect low temperatures reaching 4°C (39°F) during the day, dropping to -6°C (21°F) at night, with some snow/rainfall likely.
January in Karaj has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.
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37-year average (1980-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Karaj typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 4°C (39°F). Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from -2°C (28°F) to 2°C (36°F).
37-year average (1980-2026)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Karaj spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 21 years of weather observations in Karaj between 2004 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.
Find out more about the weather in Iran and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Iran in January →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Karaj in January. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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