January weather - Winter 2024

Weather in January
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Average rainfall in January
Average rainfall days in January
Average snowfall days in January
Average daylight in January
Average sunshine in January
Average UV index in January

The grand Holy place in the Ummayad mosque in Damascus, Syria

Weather in January

Damascus, Syria, signals the start of the year with its coldest month. The city experiences a blend of chilly days and nights, with temperatures oscillating from a low of 0.4°C (32.7°F) at night, to a high of 12.6°C (54.7°F) during the day. Fashioning a mild winter coat would be befitting for those venturing outside. Snowfall is not unheard of in the city during this month. The month also brings rainfall with it, with some days experiencing spells of showers creating a wet winter atmosphere.

Temperature

January, noted for its average high-temperature of 12.6°C (54.7°F) and an average low-temperature of 0.4°C (32.7°F), is considered the coldest month.

Rainfall

January is the month with the most rainfall in Damascus. Rain falls for 7 days and accumulates 28mm (1.1") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, February and December are months with snowfall in Damascus. January has the most snowfall days of the year. Snow falls for 5 days.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Damascus is 10h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:38 and sunset at 17:37. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 07:31 and sunset at 18:04 +03.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Damascus?

Damascus, Syria, experiences its lowest temperatures in January, with an average peak of 12.6°C (54.7°F) and a low of 0.4°C (32.7°F).

What are January temperatures in Damascus?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Damascus, is 12.6°C (54.7°F) and the average low-temperature is 0.4°C (32.7°F).

What is the rainiest month in Damascus?

The month with the most rainfall in Damascus is January, when the rain falls for 7 days and typically aggregates up to 28mm (1.1") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Damascus in January?

In January, in Damascus, Syria, the rain falls for 7 days. Throughout January, 28mm (1.1") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Damascus?

The month with the most snowfall days in Damascus is January, when snow falls for 5 days.

How many days does it snow in January in Damascus?

In January, in Damascus, Syria, snow falls for 5 days.

How many hours of daylight does Damascus have in January?

In January, the average day length is 10h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Damascus?

On the first day of January in Damascus, Syria, sunrise is at 07:38 and sunset at 17:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:31 and sunset at 18:04 +03.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Damascus?

The months with the least sunshine in Damascus, Syria, are January and December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Damascus have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Damascus?

The months with the lowest UV index in Damascus, Syria, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

How high is the UV index in January in Damascus?

In Damascus, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Year January F M A M J J A S O N D

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January

Feb

Average high temperature

14.2°C 57.6°F

12.6°C 54.7°F

14.8°C 58.6°F

Average low temperature

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average UV index

Average temperature in January
Damascus, Syria

Average high temperature in January: 12.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (36.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (12.6°C).

Average low temperature in January: 0.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (16.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.4°C).

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Average rainfall in January
Damascus, Syria

Average rainfall in January: 27.9mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (27.9mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Damascus, Syria

Average rainfall days in January: 7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are January and February (7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average snowfall days in January
Damascus, Syria

Average snowfall days in January: 5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Damascus, Syria

Average daylight in January: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

Average sunshine in January: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average UV index in January
Damascus, Syria

Average UV index in January: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

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January weather forecast
Damascus, Syria

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