January weather forecast
Syria

January is the coldest month of the year in Syria. During this month, the country experiences significant variations in climate due to its diverse topography.

In the coastal regions, such as Latakia and Tartus, the Mediterranean influence brings relatively mild temperatures ranging between 10°C (50°F) and 15°C (59°F). The weather is typically characterized by increased rainfall, making January one of the wettest months of the year for these areas.

However, the inland regions including the capital city Damascus, exhibit a more continental climate with significantly colder temperatures. January temperatures in Damascus and other inland areas fluctuate between 5°C (41°F) and 10°C (50°F), with nighttime temperatures often falling below 0°C (32°F). The occurrence of frost is common, particularly in the early mornings.

In contrast, the northeastern regions of Syria, specifically around Al Hasakah, see colder temperatures with averages falling below 0°C (32°F). These areas often witness snowfall in January, which can cause temporary disruptions in transportation.

When compared to December, January brings a noticeable drop in temperatures, especially in the inland and northeastern regions. While precipitation remains relatively stable along the coast, the inland regions see a slight decrease compared to the preceding month. Moving into February, weather conditions across Syria typically remain stable with minor increases in temperature, particularly in the coastal and inland regions.

---

• Damascus - January »
  The month with the most snowfall days in Damascus is January, when snow falls for 5 days. The month with the most snowfall days in Damascus is January, when snow falls for 5 days.
• Aleppo - January »
  The month with the most rainfall in Aleppo is January, when the rain falls for 13 days and typically aggregates up to 60mm (2.36") of precipitation. The month with the most rainfall in Aleppo is January, when the rain falls for 13 days and typically aggregates up to 60mm (2.36") of precipitation.
• Latakia - January »
  January is the month when Latakia sees the average lowest temperatures, with a high of 15.6°C (60.1°F) and a low of 8.4°C (47.1°F). In Latakia during January, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 163mm (6.42") of precipitation.
• Hama - January »
  January, noted for its average high-temperature of 11.4°C (52.5°F) and an average low-temperature of 2.9°C (37.2°F), is considered the coldest month in Hama. January is the month with the most rainfall in Hama with 73mm (2.87") of accumulated precipitation.
• Daraa - January »
  January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 13.3°C (55.9°F) and a low of 3.2°C (37.8°F), is the coldest month in Daraa, Syria. In Daraa in January, during 10 rainfall days, 61mm (2.4") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Qamishli - January »
  The month with the most rainfall in Qamishli is January, when the rain falls for 11 days and typically aggregates up to 78mm (3.07") of precipitation. On the first day of January in Qamishli sunrise is at 07:28 and sunset at 17:08.
• Idlib - January »
  January stands out as Idlib's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 9.9°C (49.8°F) and a low of 2.5°C (36.5°F). January is the month with the most rainfall in Idlib with 97mm (3.82") of accumulated precipitation.
• Afrin - January »
  The month with the most rainfall in Afrin is January, when the rain falls for 16 days and typically aggregates up to 110mm (4.33") of precipitation. The month with the most rainfall in Afrin is January, when the rain falls for 16 days and typically aggregates up to 110mm (4.33") of precipitation.
• Manbij - January »
  In Manbij during January, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 69mm (2.72") of precipitation. In January, in Manbij, snow falls for 2.5 days.
• Al-Malikiyah - January »
  In Al-Malikiyah in January, snow falls for 0.4 days, with typically accumulated 2mm (0.08") of snow. January is the most humid month in Al-Malikiyah, Syria, with an average relative humidity of 61%.