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Rize Weather in January

January in Rize brings low temperatures, with daytime highs of 8°C (46°F) and nights around 2°C (36°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 141 mm (5.6 in), so pack an umbrella.

Rainfall in Rize in January

Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 14 days of rain, averaging 141 mm (5.6 in). Rainfall intensity is on the higher side this month. Expect more substantial showers rather than light, passing rain.

Temperature in Rize in January

Rize in January gets highs of 8°C (46°F) during the day and drops to 2°C (36°F) at night. During January, you'll experience the winter season. It stays cool throughout the day, so warm layers are a good idea from morning to evening. With overnight lows of 2°C (36°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets. It's generally the coldest month of the year, making it essential to pack warm layers and winter accessories.

Sunshine in Rize in January

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 84 hours of sunshine.

January in Rize can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

Rize Temperature in January

Min Temperature
2°C (36°F)
Max Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Chance of Rain
45%
Precipitation
141 mm (5.6 in)
Rainy days
14 days
Humidity
69% *
Sunshine
84 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Trabzon, Turkey (67 KM, 41 Miles).

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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).

What to Wear in Rize in January

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Rize in January. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. Sunglasses aren't essential this month, though you might want them for the occasional bright moment.

What To Do in Rize in January

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    4/10
  • Cycling
    4/10
  • Walking
    4/10
  • Camping
    3/10
  • Outdoor sports
    4/10

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