Gallipoli Peninsula Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Gallipoli Peninsula, Turkey in January.

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Eceabat Gelibolu

Planning a getaway to the Gallipoli Peninsula, Turkey 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 to Expect in the Gallipoli Peninsula in January

The Gallipoli Peninsula, Turkey is a region in Turkey. January in the Gallipoli Peninsula generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. January falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 11°C (52°F) and nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) in Eceabat. 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.

For a closer look at conditions across the Gallipoli Peninsula, Turkey, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

January is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 88 mm (3.5 in) in Eceabat.

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Eceabat receives around 95 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

Explore the Gallipoli Peninsula by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Gallipoli Peninsula — and find the best time to visit. (based on Eceabat)

January11°C (52°F) February12°C (54°F) March14°C (57°F) April18°C (64°F) May23°C (73°F) June28°C (82°F) This monthJuly31°C (88°F) August31°C (88°F) September27°C (81°F) October21°C (70°F) November17°C (63°F) December12°C (54°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Gallipoli Peninsula in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Gallipoli Peninsula.

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 the Gallipoli Peninsula

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in the Gallipoli Peninsula, Turkey?

Temperature range in the Gallipoli Peninsula (January)

Precipitation variation in the Gallipoli Peninsula (January)

Eceabat

In January Eceabat generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
88 hours
95 hours
120 hours
Monthly rainfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Eceabat →

Gelibolu

In January Gelibolu generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
88 hours
95 hours
120 hours
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Gelibolu →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Gallipoli Peninsula, in Turkey.

In our records: Turkey January extremes

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

  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in Turkey was -15°C (5°F) in Eskisehir on January 30, 2006.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Gallipoli Peninsula in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Eceabat 11°C (52°F) 5°C (41°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Gelibolu 10°C (50°F) 4°C (39°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)

The Gallipoli Peninsula weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Gallipoli Peninsula, Turkey in January?

the Gallipoli Peninsula, Turkey typically experiences unpleasant weather in January, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Eceabat average around 11°C (52°F), and temperatures drop to about 5°C (41°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in the Gallipoli Peninsula, Turkey in January?

Eceabat averages a daytime maximum of 11°C (52°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 5°C (41°F).

Does the Gallipoli Peninsula, Turkey get a lot of rain in January?

Not particularly. Eceabat averages just 88 mm (3.5 in) of rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for the Gallipoli Peninsula, Turkey.

Is January a Good Time to Visit the Gallipoli Peninsula, Turkey?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit the Gallipoli Peninsula, Turkey due to the typically unpleasant weather in Eceabat.

On average, the best time to visit the Gallipoli Peninsula, Turkey is in May, June, September and October with generally perfect weather in Eceabat. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be unpleasant.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in the Gallipoli Peninsula.

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