Weather in Antalya in January

How January compares

January is the 12th warmest month of the year in Antalya and ranks 94th of 134 destinations we compare for January - see where else is hot in January. Within Turkey it is 11th of 18 (Turkey in January). Against London's average high of 7.4°C in January, Antalya is 5.2°C warmer by day and 3.2°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in January

The typical January day in Antalya peaks at 12.6°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 15.7°C or more. Days over 25°C are rare. Nights average 5.4°C; one night in ten drops to 1.7°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings - it is genuinely cool after dark. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest January day here reached 18.8°C (2010-01-08) and the coldest night -2.5°C (2015-01-08).

Rain in January

Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 13 days with 1 mm or more, 217 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest January was 2019 with 582 mm, the driest 1992 with 0 mm. Humidity averages 72%.

Sea temperature in January

The sea averages 17.7°C - too cold for most (under 18°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 16.9°C to 18.5°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (29.0°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 4.7 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 9.7 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 08:10 and sets about 18:03 local time in mid-January. Average cloud cover is 52%.

Is January a good time to visit Antalya?

January is not the strongest month here: cool days and frequent rain. The best months for Antalya on our scoring are June, September, May; months averaging 25°C or more: Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep.

Milder than London, but still winter

Antalya is 5.2°C warmer than London by average daytime high in January, so the difference is useful without turning the trip into a warm-weather holiday. This is Antalya's coldest month, and a mild afternoon should not dictate your whole packing list. The warmest days can reach 15.7°C or more, while the coldest nights drop to 1.7°C or below. Pack layers, a proper jacket and closed shoes rather than relying on a light jumper. Plan longer outdoor spells for the warmer part of the day, then add a layer as evening approaches. It suits travellers who prefer cool conditions to heat.

Leave room in your plans for rain

Rain is the main catch: January is wet enough that a rigid outdoor itinerary could become frustrating. About 13 rainy days means waterproofs deserve space in your bag, although that figure does not mean every affected day is a complete washout. There are about 4.7 hours of sunshine within 9.7 hours of daylight, so bright spells are part of the picture too. Keep your plans flexible, use dry periods for walking and have indoor alternatives ready. A waterproof jacket and shoes that cope with wet ground are more useful than packing only for the average temperature. Avoid making uninterrupted sunshine a condition of enjoying the trip.

Treat the coast as somewhere to walk, not swim

The sea averages 17.7°C, which is cold for swimming rather than comfortably refreshing. Across the supplied temperature range of 17°C to 18°C, it remains a poor fit for a holiday built around leisurely dips. Unless you already enjoy cold-water swimming, plan to enjoy being beside the water rather than in it. The air offers little compensation for getting wet: average afternoons are cool, and evenings call for warmer clothes. January therefore works better for travellers content with coastal walks and flexible days than for anyone seeking beach heat. If warm sea time is essential, the weather is a strong reason to reconsider.