Monthly climate guide
Van weather in January
January in Van is typically freezing, with average daytime highs around 0°C (31°F) and night-time lows near -10°C (15°F). The month usually brings about 49 mm of rain (fairly dry) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 2°C cooler than December and 2°C cooler than February.
What stands out in January
- Mornings start cold: the average low is -10°C, and frost is common.
- Van is usually about 7°C cooler than Batman, 210 km away, in January.
- In Van, January is mid-winter.
January is typically Van's coolest month.
Avg high
0°C
31°F
Avg low
-10°C
15°F
Rainfall
49 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
78%
relative
Sky
77%
cloud · often cloudy
Van weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0°C / 31°F | -10°C / 15°F | 49 mm | 78% | 77% |
| February | 2°C / 35°F | -6°C / 22°F | 38 mm | 72% | 79% |
| March | 6°C / 43°F | 0°C / 32°F | 58 mm | 65% | 80% |
| April | 12°C / 53°F | 5°C / 41°F | 64 mm | 61% | 68% |
| May | 17°C / 63°F | 10°C / 50°F | 53 mm | 57% | 60% |
| June | 24°C / 75°F | 15°C / 60°F | 15 mm | 44% | 37% |
| July | 29°C / 85°F | 20°C / 67°F | 5 mm | 34% | 33% |
| August | 29°C / 85°F | 20°C / 68°F | 4 mm | 31% | 30% |
| September | 24°C / 75°F | 16°C / 60°F | 11 mm | 36% | 37% |
| October | 16°C / 60°F | 9°C / 48°F | 49 mm | 52% | 55% |
| November | 8°C / 46°F | 2°C / 35°F | 40 mm | 63% | 68% |
| December | 2°C / 36°F | -6°C / 22°F | 52 mm | 73% | 74% |
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 Van?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Van →Other Turkey cities in January
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Van in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Van?
January is cool in Van, with highs around 0°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Van in January?
Average highs are about 0°C (31°F) and average lows about -10°C (15°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Van in January?
Van typically gets around 49 mm of rain in January — fairly dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Van (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.