Typical Weather in Istanbul, Turkey in January
48° F Avg High
39° F Avg Low
16 Rainy Days
☀️ Temperature Summary
January is one of the cooler months of the year for Istanbul, with highs averaging around 48°F. Overnight lows can reach 39°F. This is the coldest month of the year in Istanbul.
High Temps Throughout the Year
☔ Rain Summary
Don't forget to pack an umbrella! In January you can expect close to a 52% chance of rain for any given day. It rains more than usual in January, with total rainfall for the month typically near 7 inches. If you're looking to travel when it's drier, you might consider visiting in December instead, when typical rainfall chances are closer to 0%.
Rainfall Throughout the Year
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