Van weather in January (East Anatolia Region, Turkey)
Is Van a good destination in January, weather-wise? Want to know if it's a good time to visit? This page has all the weather details for the month.
Temperatures
The month of January in Van typically brings very low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. Enjoy the winter season during this month. Daytime temperatures hover around 1°C, while nights can cool down to about -7°C. This month tends to bring the coldest weather of the year, so be sure to pack enough warm clothing to stay comfortable.
Precipitation
Van in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 45 mm for the month. Typically, you can expect about 11 days of snow/rain this month.Average sunshine
Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 156 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Van. June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Van climate page with graphs.
Van, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
-7°C
Max Temperature
1°C
Chance of Rain
35%
Precipitation
45 mm
Rainy days
11 days
Humidity
72%
Sunshine
156 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in Turkey in January
Find out more about the weather in Turkey and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
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tolerable
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So, what should you wear in this month?
Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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