Alanya Weather in January
January in Alanya sees daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and lows of 7°C (45°F) at night. With around 178 mm (7 in) of rainfall expected, it's worth packing a rain jacket.
Rainfall in Alanya in January
The climate data from previous years indicates about 15 days of rain, averaging 178 mm (7 in) for the month. When showers do arrive, they tend to be on the heavier side. Worth being prepared even if rain days are not that numerous.
Temperature in Alanya in January
Alanya in January gets highs of 13°C (55°F) during the day and drops to 7°C (45°F) at night. The winter season is characteristic of January. Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. With lows around 7°C (45°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep. The city often sees its mildest temperatures during January.
Sunshine in Alanya in January
The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 130 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.
Average water temperature in January
The water is 18°C (64°F) this month — cool enough to feel refreshing on a warm day, but cold enough that most people won't stay in for long without a wetsuit.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Alanya. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
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Alanya Temperature in January
Min Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Max Temperature
13°C (55°F)
Water Temperature
18°C (64°F)
Chance of Rain
48%
Precipitation
178 mm (7 in)
Rainy days
15 days
Humidity
57%
Sunshine
130 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Historical weather for Alanya in January
Browse day-by-day weather records for Alanya spanning 26 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Alanya historical weather extremes in January
Based on weather observations in Alanya between 2006 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during January.
- On January 6, 2024, temperatures climbed to 22°C (72°F), marking the warmest January day on record.
- On January 8, 2015, Alanya saw its coldest January day with temperatures maxing out at 6°C (43°F).
- The coldest night in January in Alanya was on January 3, 2016, with a minimum of -3°C (27°F).
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What to Wear in Alanya in January
The weather can be unpredictable in January, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. With water temperatures around 18°C (64°F), the water is quite cold for swimming. You can skip the swimwear unless you're particularly tough. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the monthWhat To Do in Alanya in January
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Turkey, check out our Alanya's climate page.
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