What is the weather like in Izmir in January?

Expect temperatures between 5°C and 12°C with 27% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Izmir in January?

Izmir in January scores 65/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Great time to visit - recommended.

Who should visit Izmir in January?

January in Izmir is ideal for: Cultural tourists, Business travelers.

Izmir Weather in January | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

12°C

Hottest around day 3

Avg Low

5°C

Coolest around day 25

Rainy Days

22days

27% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Winter season

Sea Temperature in January

Coastal Waters(Ocean)

14.6°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel

🥶Polar Plunge

Consider a wetsuit for extended swimming

Swim Rating

❄️Cold water hazard

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water

Coastal Waters

Ocean

Izmir coastline

Essential Travel Info for Izmir

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Currency

TRY

₺ Turkish lira

Language

Turkish

Driving

Right side

Connect

Izmir and its approach highways have 4G ...

Safety

Travel Precautions

GPI: 2.785

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Moderate

43/ 100

Traffic Index

Balanced traffic

Peak Daily Arrivals

slots per day

Peak

Jun

Low

Jul

Monthly Traffic Distribution

Jan

Feb

Mar

105

Apr

117

May

127

Jun

Jul

102

Aug

102

Sep

102

Oct

102

Nov

102

Dec

Traffic Level

Low Season

Key Connections

Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen (SAW)

Istanbul (IST)

Ankara Esenboğa (ESB)

Nicosia Ercan (ECN)

Adana Çukurova (COV)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

7 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Türkiye (Turkey).Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Türkiye (Turkey). Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Türkiye (Turkey).

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are commonly found in Türkiye (Turkey).Rabies is also present in some terrestrial wildlife species.If rabies exposures occur while in Türkiye (Turkey), rabies vaccines may only be available in larger suburban/urban medical facilities.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

Typhoid

Recommended for most travelers, especially those staying with friends or relatives or visiting smaller cities or rural areas.

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Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is January a Good Time to Visit Izmir?

👍Great time to visit - recommended(65/100)

Short Answer

Don't expect beach weather in Izmir's January: 14.6°C cold seas despite 12°C air temps. Coastal scenery remains beautiful, just pack warm layers.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Seismically active region

33 earthquakes recorded in this month (30-year data)

Cold sea - swimming challenging

14.6°C sea temperature - Polar Plunge

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Melioidosis, Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic fever

Calm, family-friendly seas

0.18m wave height - Lake-like

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

74% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Good For

🏛️
Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
💼
Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

🏖️
Beach lovers
Sea temperature only 14.6°C - too cold for comfortable swimming
👴
Elderly travelers
78% humidity creates difficult conditions

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Izmir in January averages 12°C with 27% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Izmir in January

What are the temperatures in Izmir in January?

Daytime highs average 12°C, nights drop to 5°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Izmir in January?

Expect around 22 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Izmir in January?

Layers are key. A medium-weight jacket and closed-toe shoes.

Is January peak season in Izmir?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Izmir Weather in January