Safranbolu in January sees low temperatures, with highs around 6°C (43°F) and overnight lows of -3°C (27°F). Snow/rainfall is fairly high at around 86 mm (3.4 in) on average, so pack waterproofs just in case.
If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Safranbolu. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
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49-year average (1977-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Safranbolu typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 6°C (43°F). Nights are cold, with lows around 2°C (36°F).
49-year average (1977-2026)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Safranbolu spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on weather observations in Safranbolu between 2006 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during January.
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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).
We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Safranbolu in January. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho.
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