January weather forecastAnkara, Turkey

Weather in January

Ankara starts out the year with a cold month, the winter season bringing frosty temperatures. The average high temperature for the month is a chilly 4.4°C (39.9°F), and can drop as low as -3°C (26.6°F). You will typically find residents bundled up in warm attire to manage the cold. Snowfall is quite common during this period, painting the city's landscapes white. Despite the cold, many tourists find this time of year charming and full of winter wonderland scenes.

Temperature

January, known for its average high temperature of 4.4°C (39.9°F) and an average low temperature of -3°C (26.6°F), is the coldest month in Ankara.

Rainfall

In Ankara, Turkey, during January, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 42mm (1.65") of precipitation. In Ankara, during the entire year, the rain falls for 104.7 days and collects up to 401mm (15.79") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Ankara, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 43min.
On the first day of January in Ankara, Turkey, sunrise is at 08:10 and sunset at 17:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:58 and sunset at 18:05 +03.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 2.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Ankara are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.