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Antalya in January: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Antalya in January will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Antalya, based on historical data.
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January

Weather in Antalya in January 2025

OK Weather
Mild
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Fresh water
If you plan to visit Antalya in January, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +14°C during the day and approximately 10 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 14 rainy days in the month and around 217 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • January is usually the coldest month of the year in Antalya;

Average weather

☀️
+14°C
Avg. max. temperature
-1°C
Min.
+21°C
Max.
217 mm
Total precipitation
66%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
10 ☀️
Sunny Days
2 ⛅️
Cloudy
14 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Antalya has OK weather in January.

Average temperature in Antalya in January

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Antalya for January based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +20°C during the day to a minimum of +8°C during the night, the temperature in January averages around +17°C.

The average maximum temperature goes down 50% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +20°C to +14°C.

Is Antalya warm or cold in January?

Antalya is typically mild in January.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +16°C to +14°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +9°C to +8°C.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

January is the coldest month in Antalya, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Antalya in January

Water in Antalya in January is Fresh. It varies from +16°C to +19°C, with an average of +18°C. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +14°C.

The water temperature in January is one of the coldest of the entire year:

The warmest water temperatures in Antalya are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +29°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +17°C.

Can you swim in Antalya in January?

Water temperature (+18°C) in Antalya in January might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.

Climate in Antalya in January

Antalya weather looks like this, on average, in January and the surrounding months.
DecemberJanuaryFebruary
Avg. temperature
+16°C+14°C+15°C
Min. temperature
+1°C-1°C-2°C
Max. temperature
+24°C+21°C+27°C
Rainfall
231 mm217 mm144 mm
Wind
2 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+19°C+18°C+17°C
Humidity
68%66%64%
Air pressure
1016 HPa1016 HPa1015 HPa
Sunny days
10109
Cloudy days
322
Rainy days
131413
Snowy days
000

January weather is still as ok as in December. It’s getting colder in January. From +16°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +14°C. As January arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 231 mm to 217 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 68% to 66%. Winds are stronger in comparison to December, going up from 2 m/s to 3 m/s on average. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 10 sunny days during the month.

But maybe it is worth considering traveling in February as the weather gets better.

Wind

Wind speed in Antalya in January based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 9 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Antalya is gradually increasing during January, going from 2 m/s to 7 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during January in Antalya based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 48% chance of rain on an average day in January, with total rainfall of approximately 419 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 128 mm, which is considered heavy rain. January is a pretty wet month with over 15 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
January is one of the rainiest months in Antalya, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Antalya wettest month is December, where a typical day has a 42% chance of precipitation and 231 mm of rainfall per day. August, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 19% chance of precipitation and 13 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last January in Antalya?

This is the weather in Antalya in January 2023:
1 January
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+20°C
2 January
☀️
+20°C
3 January
☀️
+18°C
4 January
☀️
+18°C
5 January
☀️
+19°C
6 January
☀️
+18°C
7 January
☀️
+19°C
8 January
☀️
+17°C
9 January
☀️
+17°C
10 January
🌧️
+15°C
11 January
⛈️
+17°C
12 January
⛈️
+11°C
13 January
🌧️
+10°C
14 January
☁️
+16°C
15 January
☁️
+17°C
16 January
☀️
+17°C
17 January
☁️
+17°C
18 January
☁️
+18°C
19 January
☀️
+19°C
20 January
☁️
+17°C
21 January
☁️
+18°C
22 January
☀️
+18°C
23 January
☀️
+19°C
24 January
☀️
+18°C
25 January
☀️
+17°C
26 January
☁️
+17°C
27 January
🌧️
+17°C
28 January
🌧️
+17°C
29 January
🌧️
+19°C
30 January
☀️
+16°C
31 January
☀️
+14°C
In January 2023 Antalya had 17 sunny days, 7 cloudy days, and 5 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +17°C, with an absolute maximum of +20°C and a minimum of +10°C. The average humidity was 61%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 18%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 16 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in January?

Climate Change over Years

This is how Antalya climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Antalya in January has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+22°C) and the highest in 2016 (+26°C). The driest year was 2008 with only 735 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 1974 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Antalya in January:

Is January a good time to visit Antalya?

It’s always a good time to visit Antalya, but the weather is changeable in January, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Antalya in January?

January has mild temperatures in Antalya. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Can you swim in Antalya in January?

In general, you can swim in Antalya in January, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +18°C. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.

Is Antalya rainy in January?

Antalya is often rainy in January. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Antalya in January?

The amount of sunny days in Antalya during January varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

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Monthly weather in Antalya

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Antalya, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.