Abkhazia, Georgia Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Abkhazia, Georgia in January.

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Alushta Gagra Sukhum Tsandrypsh

Planning a trip to Abkhazia, Georgia this January? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Abkhazia, Georgia in January

January in Abkhazia, Georgia generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 5°C (41°F) in Alushta to 9°C (48°F) in Sukhum. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 2°C (36°F) in Sukhum and -1°C (30°F) in Alushta. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Abkhazia, Georgia, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Alushta with an average of 48 mm (1.9 in) to high snow/rainfall in Gagra with 157 mm (6.2 in). Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month sees the heaviest rainfall of the year in Gagra.

Average sunshine

Sunshine tends to be more scarce in many locations. Gagra gets roughly 96 hours of sunlight. For sunnier alternatives, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

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Best Places to Visit in Abkhazia, Georgia in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Abkhazia, Georgia.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Abkhazia, Georgia

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Abkhazia, Georgia?

Temperature range in Abkhazia, Georgia (January)

Precipitation variation in Abkhazia, Georgia (January)

Gagra

In January Gagra generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
86 hours
96 hours
105 hours
Monthly rainfall
157 mm (6.2 in)
157 mm (6.2 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Gagra →

Sukhum

In January Sukhum generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly rainfall
144 mm (5.7 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Sukhum →

Tsandrypsh

In January Tsandrypsh generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
86 hours
96 hours
105 hours
Monthly rainfall
150 mm (5.9 in)
151 mm (5.9 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Tsandrypsh →

Gudauta

In January Gudauta generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
86 hours
96 hours
105 hours
Monthly rainfall
142 mm (5.6 in)
144 mm (5.7 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Gudauta →

Pizunda

In January Pizunda generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
86 hours
96 hours
105 hours
Monthly rainfall
144 mm (5.7 in)
144 mm (5.7 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Pizunda →

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In our records: Abkhazia, Georgia January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Abkhazia, Georgia in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in Abkhazia, Georgia dropped to -21°C (-6°F) in Sukhumi on January 28, 2017.
  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in Abkhazia, Georgia was -3°C (27°F) in Sukhumi on January 21, 2006.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Abkhazia, Georgia in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Alushta 5°C (41°F) -1°C (30°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Gagra 6°C (43°F) 1°C (34°F) 157 mm (6.2 in)
Sukhum 9°C (48°F) 2°C (36°F) 145 mm (5.7 in)
Tsandrypsh 7°C (45°F) 2°C (36°F) 151 mm (5.9 in)
Pizunda 8°C (46°F) 3°C (37°F) 144 mm (5.7 in)
Novy Afon 7°C (45°F) 1°C (34°F) 147 mm (5.8 in)

Abkhazia, Georgia weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Abkhazia, Georgia in January?

Abkhazia, Georgia typically experiences poor weather in January, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Gagra average around 6°C (43°F), and temperatures drop to about 1°C (34°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Abkhazia, Georgia in January?

Average temperatures in Abkhazia, Georgia during January range from a nighttime low near 1°C (34°F) to a daytime high around 6°C (43°F) in Gagra.

Does Abkhazia, Georgia get a lot of rain in January?

Abkhazia, Georgia sees substantial rainfall in January. Gagra typically averages about 157 mm (6.2 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Abkhazia, Georgia?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Gagra, January may not be the ideal time to visit Abkhazia, Georgia.

Generally speaking, August provides perfect weather in Gagra. The weather in January, February, March, April, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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