10 Hidden gems in Asia you need to visit
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January in As Sulaymānīyah averages 10°C (50°F) during the day and -1°C (30°F) at night. Quite a bit of snow/rainfall is typical this month, with around 136 mm (5.4 in) on average. An umbrella is a good idea.
January in As Sulaymānīyah 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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Browse day-by-day weather records for As Sulaymānīyah spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 19 years of weather observations in As Sulaymānīyah between 2006 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.
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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 As Sulaymānīyah 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. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Where to go in January - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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