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Bodrum in January: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Bodrum in January will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Bodrum, based on historical data.
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January

Weather in Bodrum in January 2025

OK Weather
Mild
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Fresh water
If you plan to visit Bodrum in January, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +57°F during the day and approximately 8 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 17 rainy days in the month and around 171 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • January is usually the coldest month of the year in Bodrum;
  • January is usually the driest month of the year in Bodrum

Average weather

☀️
+57°F
Avg. max. temperature
+27°F
Min.
+72°F
Max.
171 mm
Total precipitation
71%
Avg. humidity
6 m/s
Avg. wind
8 ☀️
Sunny Days
6 ⛅️
Cloudy
17 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Bodrum has OK weather in January.

Average temperature in Bodrum in January

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Bodrum for January based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +68°F during the day to a minimum of +32°F during the night, the temperature in January averages around +63°F.

The average maximum temperature goes down 40% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +68°F to +54°F.

Is Bodrum warm or cold in January?

Bodrum is typically mild in January.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +61°F to +57°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +52°F to +48°F.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

January is the coldest month in Bodrum, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Bodrum in January

Water in Bodrum in January is Fresh. It varies from +61°F to +67°F, with an average of +64°F. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +57°F.

In January, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:

The warmest water temperatures in Bodrum are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +79°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +62°F.

Can you swim in Bodrum in January?

Water temperature (+64°F) in Bodrum in January might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
🦭
Cold
Below +61°F
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
61°F - 70°F
🏊
Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.

Climate in Bodrum in January

Bodrum weather looks like this, on average, in January and the surrounding months.
DecemberJanuaryFebruary
Avg. temperature
+61°F+57°F+59°F
Min. temperature
+27°F+27°F+27°F
Max. temperature
+75°F+72°F+77°F
Rainfall
187 mm171 mm118 mm
Wind
6 m/s6 m/s6 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+65°F+64°F+62°F
Humidity
73%71%72%
Air pressure
1016 HPa1016 HPa1015 HPa
Sunny days
888
Cloudy days
666
Rainy days
181715
Snowy days
000

January weather is still as ok as in December. It’s getting colder in January. From +61°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +57°F. As January arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 187 mm to 171 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 73% to 71%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during January, staying around 6 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 8 sunny days during the month.

February brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Bodrum in January based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 5 m/s getting up to 12 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Bodrum is gradually increasing during January, going from 3 m/s to 7 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during January in Bodrum based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 35% chance of rain on an average day in January, with total rainfall of approximately 139 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 49 mm, which is moderate rain. January is a pretty wet month with over 11 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
January is one of the rainiest months in Bodrum, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Bodrum wettest month is December, where a typical day has a 58% chance of precipitation and 187 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 0% chance of precipitation and 0 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last January in Bodrum?

This is the weather in Bodrum in January 2023:
1 January
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+67°F
2 January
☀️
+67°F
3 January
☀️
+63°F
4 January
☀️
+62°F
5 January
☀️
+65°F
6 January
☀️
+64°F
7 January
☀️
+65°F
8 January
☀️
+64°F
9 January
☀️
+64°F
10 January
☁️
+64°F
11 January
🌧️
+60°F
12 January
🌧️
+62°F
13 January
🌧️
+58°F
14 January
☁️
+62°F
15 January
☁️
+63°F
16 January
☀️
+63°F
17 January
☁️
+66°F
18 January
☀️
+66°F
19 January
☁️
+67°F
20 January
🌧️
+64°F
21 January
☁️
+65°F
22 January
☁️
+62°F
23 January
☀️
+66°F
24 January
☀️
+66°F
25 January
☀️
+63°F
26 January
☁️
+64°F
27 January
🌧️
+64°F
28 January
🌧️
+60°F
29 January
☁️
+60°F
30 January
☀️
+55°F
31 January
☁️
+54°F
In January 2023 Bodrum had 15 sunny days, 10 cloudy days, and 6 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +63°F, with an absolute maximum of +68°F and a minimum of +54°F. The average humidity was 70%, with a maximum of 91% and a minimum of 53%. The average wind speed was 5 m/s, with a maximum of 18 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Bodrum climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Bodrum in January has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+67°F) and the highest in 2010 (+77°F). The driest year was 1992 with only 405 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 1306 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Bodrum in January:

Is January a good time to visit Bodrum?

It’s always a good time to visit Bodrum, but the weather is changeable in January, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Bodrum in January?

January has mild temperatures in Bodrum. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Can you swim in Bodrum in January?

In general, you can swim in Bodrum in January, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +64°F. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.

Is Bodrum rainy in January?

Bodrum is often rainy in January. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Bodrum in January?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Bodrum in January, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

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Monthly weather in Bodrum

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Bodrum, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.