Iran weather in January
Planning a getaway to Iran this January and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in Iran in January?
Iran has a wide variety of climate types. During January, you can expect temperatures that range from cold to moderate and precipitation levels ranging from low to high. January falls during the winter season.
The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from cold in Hamadān at 3°C to moderate in Yazd at 13°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 1°C in Yazd and -6°C in Hamadān. In general, this month stands out as the coldest period throughout the year. Given the lower temperatures, it's essential to be well-prepared. Packing the right winter clothing and necessary accessories can make a significant difference in ensuring your comfort and well-being during this chilly season.
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snow/rainfall in Isfahan with an average of 18 mm to high snow/rainfall in Khorramabad with 118 mm. The city Maḩmūdābād usually sees around 172 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.
For a closer look at January's conditions in Iran, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Iran's yearly weather, check out our Iran climate page.
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Average weather in Maḩmūdābād
In January Maḩmūdābād generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Tehran
In January Tehran generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Karaj
In January Karaj generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Isfahan
In January Isfahan generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Yazd
In January Yazd generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Is January the best time to visit Iran?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Maḩmūdābād, January may not be the ideal time to visit Iran.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April, May and October offering mostly perfect weather in Maḩmūdābād. The weather in January, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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