Monthly climate guide
Sivas weather in January
Expect freezing weather in Sivas in January: afternoons reach about 2°C (35°F), while nights drop to around -8°C (18°F). Around 53 mm of rain falls over the month (some rain), and skies are often cloudy. Daytime highs are 3°C cooler than December and 3°C cooler than February.
What stands out in January
- January brings mid-winter to Sivas.
- Pack for frost — nights average -8°C in January.
- Rain is above Sivas's usual level, by about 62%.
- Just 180 km apart, but Sivas runs about 7°C cooler than Samsun this month.
January is typically Sivas's coolest month.
Avg high
2°C
35°F
Avg low
-8°C
18°F
Rainfall
53 mm
some rain
Humidity
85%
relative
Sky
77%
cloud · often cloudy
Sivas weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 2°C / 35°F | -8°C / 18°F | 53 mm | 85% | 77% |
| February | 5°C / 41°F | -6°C / 22°F | 35 mm | 81% | 69% |
| March | 9°C / 48°F | -2°C / 28°F | 49 mm | 74% | 70% |
| April | 15°C / 58°F | 1°C / 35°F | 33 mm | 67% | 62% |
| May | 19°C / 67°F | 6°C / 43°F | 65 mm | 67% | 61% |
| June | 24°C / 76°F | 10°C / 50°F | 31 mm | 62% | 37% |
| July | 29°C / 85°F | 12°C / 54°F | 7 mm | 54% | 17% |
| August | 30°C / 86°F | 13°C / 55°F | 5 mm | 53% | 16% |
| September | 26°C / 78°F | 10°C / 50°F | 15 mm | 51% | 25% |
| October | 18°C / 65°F | 5°C / 41°F | 27 mm | 60% | 42% |
| November | 11°C / 51°F | -1°C / 30°F | 32 mm | 69% | 49% |
| December | 5°C / 40°F | -5°C / 23°F | 41 mm | 80% | 70% |
What to pack for January
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- Thermal base layers and warm, grippy boots for icy mornings
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is January a good time to visit Sivas?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Sivas →Other Turkey cities in January
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Sivas in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Sivas?
January is cool in Sivas, with highs around 2°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Sivas in January?
Average highs are about 2°C (35°F) and average lows about -8°C (18°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Sivas in January?
Sivas typically gets around 53 mm of rain in January — some rain.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Sivas (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.