Muğla Province Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Muğla Province, Turkey in January.

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Muğla

Thinking about venturing to Muğla Province, Turkey this January and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Muğla Province in January

Muğla Province, Turkey is a region in Turkey. January in Muğla Province generally has cold temperatures, with high precipitation. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 11°C (52°F) and nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) in Muğla. 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 learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Muğla Province, Turkey, check out the map below.

Precipitation

January is a rainy month with an average rainfall of around 158 mm (6.2 in) in Muğla. Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Muğla.

Average sunshine

Sunshine tends to be more scarce in many locations. Muğla gets roughly 94 hours of sunlight. For sunnier alternatives, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore Muğla Province by month

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Best Places to Visit in Muğla Province in January

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
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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 Muğla Province

What is the weather like in January for the most popular destinonation in Muğla Province, Turkey?

Muğla

In January Muğla generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

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Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
78 hours
94 hours
103 hours
Monthly rainfall
152 mm (6 in)
158 mm (6.2 in)
148 mm (5.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
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Climate in Muğla →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Muğla Province, 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.

Muğla Province weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Muğla Province, Turkey in January?

In January, Muğla Province, Turkey generally has poor weather conditions. Muğla sees daytime temperatures near 11°C (52°F), with nights cooling to roughly 3°C (37°F).

What is the average temperature in Muğla Province, Turkey in January?

In Muğla, the average daytime high in January is 11°C (52°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 3°C (37°F).

Does Muğla Province, Turkey get a lot of rain in January?

Muğla Province, Turkey sees substantial rainfall in January. Muğla typically averages about 158 mm (6.2 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Muğla Province, Turkey?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Muğla, January may not be the ideal time to visit Muğla Province, Turkey.

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

Interested in more climate information?

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