Strait of Hormuz Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Strait of Hormuz, Iran in January.

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Bandar Abbas

Are you planning a trip a to the Strait of Hormuz, Iran in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in the Strait of Hormuz in January

The Strait of Hormuz, Iran is a region in Iran. January in the Strait of Hormuz generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation. January falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 24°C (75°F) and nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) in Bandar Abbas. On average, January is the month with the lowest temperatures of the year in Bandar Abbas.

For specific regional insights in the Strait of Hormuz, Iran, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

January is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 47 mm (1.9 in) in Bandar Abbas. Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month sees the heaviest rainfall of the year in Bandar Abbas.

Explore the Strait of Hormuz by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Strait of Hormuz — and find the best time to visit. (based on Bandar Abbas)

January24°C (75°F) February25°C (77°F) March28°C (82°F) April33°C (91°F) May37°C (99°F) This monthJune39°C (102°F) July39°C (102°F) August38°C (100°F) September37°C (99°F) October35°C (95°F) November30°C (86°F) December26°C (79°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Strait of Hormuz in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Strait of Hormuz.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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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 the Strait of Hormuz

What is the weather like in January for the most popular destinonation in the Strait of Hormuz, Iran?

Bandar Abbas

In January Bandar Abbas generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

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Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly rainfall
26 mm (1 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
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In our records: Iran January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Iran in our climate database (1989 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in Iran dropped to -30°C (-22°F) in Hamadān on January 17, 2008.
  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in Iran was -11°C (12°F) in Hamadān on January 16, 2008.

The Strait of Hormuz weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Strait of Hormuz, Iran in January?

the Strait of Hormuz, Iran typically experiences perfect weather in January, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Bandar Abbas average around 24°C (75°F), and temperatures drop to about 12°C (54°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in the Strait of Hormuz, Iran in January?

In Bandar Abbas, the average daytime high in January is 24°C (75°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 12°C (54°F).

Does the Strait of Hormuz, Iran get a lot of rain in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in the Strait of Hormuz, Iran during January, with Bandar Abbas averaging close to 47 mm (1.9 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit the Strait of Hormuz, Iran?

We believe that January is one of the best times to visit the Strait of Hormuz, Iran with overall perfect weather in Bandar Abbas. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March and December offering mostly perfect weather in Bandar Abbas. In contrast, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to have poor weather conditions.

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