Temperature in Iran in January

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across Iran this January.

Iran, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in January ranging from 3°C (37°F) in Hamadān to 24°C (75°F) in Bandar Abbas. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 12°C (54°F) in Bandar Abbas and -6°C (21°F) in Hamadān. In January, it is winter. On average, it is one of the coldest months of the year.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Iran in January?

Discover the typical January temperatures for the most popular locations of Iran on the map below. Detailed insights are just a click away.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in January: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Iran temperatures in January: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Iran in January?

Expect daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) in Maḩmūdābād. That makes January a low month for Iran.

How cold does it get at night in Iran in January?

Average overnight lows in Iran during January sit near -1°C (30°F) in Maḩmūdābād.

What is the warmest city in January in Iran?

Bandar Abbas tops the warmest city list in our database with average maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and a minimum nighttime temperature of around 12°C (54°F).

What is the coldest city in January in Iran?

Our database indicates that in January, Hamadān is the city with the coolest temperatures in Iran. You can expect daytime highs of 3°C (37°F) and nighttime lows close to -6°C (21°F).

How much sun does Iran get in January?

Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 172 hours of sunlight anticipated in Maḩmūdābād. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.

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