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Marmara Region Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Marmara Region, Turkey in January.

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Considering a trip to the Marmara Region, Turkey this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in the Marmara Region in January

The Marmara Region, Turkey is a region in Turkey. January in the Marmara Region generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy. The month of January is in the winter season.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between cold in Bozuyuk at 6°C (43°F) to mild in Sokakagzi at 13°C (55°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 8°C (46°F) in Sokakagzi and -2°C (28°F) in Bozuyuk. 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.

To explore the conditions in the Marmara Region, Turkey in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Edirne with an average of 59 mm (2.3 in) to heavy rainfall in Altınoluk with 161 mm (6.3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more restricted in many locations in January. Istanbul sees roughly 68 hours of sunlight. Our weather planner can help you find destinations with more sunshine if needed.

Explore the Marmara Region by month

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Best Places to Visit in the Marmara Region in January

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

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 Marmara Region

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

Temperature range in the Marmara Region (January)

Precipitation variation in the Marmara Region (January)

Istanbul

In January Istanbul generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°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)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
61 hours
68 hours
89 hours
Monthly rainfall
103 mm (4.1 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Istanbul →

Bursa

In January Bursa generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°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
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
79 hours
85 hours
91 hours
Monthly rainfall
107 mm (4.2 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Bursa →

Bozcaada

In January Bozcaada generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
88 hours
95 hours
120 hours
Monthly rainfall
103 mm (4.1 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Bozcaada →

Canakkale

In January Canakkale generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°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
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)
90 mm (3.5 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Canakkale →

Sapanca

In January Sapanca generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°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)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
76 hours
76 hours
86 hours
Monthly rainfall
105 mm (4.1 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Sapanca →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Marmara Region, 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 Marmara Region in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Istanbul 10°C (50°F) 5°C (41°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Bursa 8°C (46°F) 1°C (34°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)
Bozcaada 12°C (54°F) 7°C (45°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Canakkale 11°C (52°F) 4°C (39°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Sapanca 9°C (48°F) 0°C (32°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Agva 10°C (50°F) 4°C (39°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)

The Marmara Region weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Marmara Region, Turkey in January?

In January, the Marmara Region, Turkey generally has poor weather conditions. Istanbul sees daytime temperatures near 10°C (50°F), with nights cooling to roughly 5°C (41°F).

What is the average temperature in the Marmara Region, Turkey in January?

Daytime temperatures in Istanbul peak at roughly 10°C (50°F) in January, dropping to about 5°C (41°F) overnight.

Does the Marmara Region, Turkey get a lot of rain in January?

Not particularly. Istanbul averages just 89 mm (3.5 in) of rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for the Marmara Region, Turkey.

Is January a Good Time to Visit the Marmara Region, Turkey?

In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to the Marmara Region, Turkey with often poor weather in Istanbul.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August, September and October offering mostly perfect weather in Istanbul. On the other hand, the months of January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

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