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Fethiye, Turkey · Temperate oceanic

Fethiye in January: go or not?

Tough period. Fethiye in January only reaches 4.3/10.

📅 Data updated: October 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 36.65°N · 29.13°E
⚡ This month's verdict
Avoid
Fethiye · January
4.3
7–15°
Temperature
34%
Rain
4h
Sun
🌊 Seaside☀️ Bright🍴 Gastronomy
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The month in detail

What to expect in January

In January, Fethiye sees 59°F during the day with 4.5h of sunshine per day. Expect rain on 34% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.

January ranks 12 out of 12 months in Fethiye. Compared to December: −5°F daytime.

This month's conditions

What it's like in January

UV index
3 · low
no protection needed
Feels like
dry air
5°
Sea
19°C
cool, invigorating
Daylight
9.8h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 23
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Is January the right month?

The best month in Fethiye is May (9.1/10), 4.8 pts higher than January.

See May →See all 12 months →
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.

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Practical info

What you need to know before you go

Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach trip.

Country · Turkey

🗣️LanguageTurkish
💶CurrencyLivre turque (₺)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5

🌡️ Climate

🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘ+2.81°F/decade
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 95°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 59°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJanuary · 34%

🏖️ Beach trip

📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
Location

Where is Fethiye ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
Turkey
Temperate oceanic climate with a 9.1 → 4.3 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
36.65°N · 29.13°E
Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Fethiye?
May is the best month with 79°F highs, 59°F lows, 9.7h of sunshine and 11.0% rainy days. The months of May & October offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Fethiye get in May?
Fethiye averages 9.7 sunshine hours per day in May. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.7/10.
What is the rainiest month in Fethiye?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Fethiye in May?
In May, overnight lows reach 59°F, while afternoon highs average 79°F.
Is Fethiye good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Fethiye scores 4.2/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains May with a score of 8.7/10.
When should you avoid Fethiye?
January is the most difficult month to visit Fethiye, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Fethiye in January?
In January, the sea averages 66°F in Fethiye: cool, invigorating. Swimming is possible but brisk; sensitive swimmers may prefer a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Fethiye in January?
The average UV index reaches 3 in January in Fethiye (low), with about 9.8h of daylight. No protection needed.