Georgia · January
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Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 7° (44°) | 9° (47°) | 13° (55°) | 18° (65°) | 23° (74°) | 29° (84°) | 31° (88°) | 32° (90°) | 27° (79°) | 20° (67°) | 13° (55°) | 8° (47°) |
MINMIN | -2° (28°) | -1° (30°) | 3° (36°) | 7° (44°) | 12° (53°) | 17° (62°) | 19° (66°) | 19° (66°) | 15° (59°) | 10° (49°) | 3° (38°) | 0° (31°) |
☀️Sunshine | 6h UV 4 | 7h UV 5 | 7h UV 6 | 8h UV 7 | 9h UV 8 | 10h UV 8 | 10h UV 8 | 10h UV 8 | 7h UV 6 | 6h UV 5 | 6h UV 4 | 5h UV 3 |
🌧Rain Days | 3d25mm (1.0") | 3d27mm (1.1") | 6d46mm (1.8") | 8d70mm (2.8") | 10d103mm (4.1") | 8d78mm (3.1") | 5d52mm (2.0") | 4d46mm (1.8") | 6d49mm (1.9") | 6d58mm (2.3") | 5d37mm (1.4") | 3d20mm (0.8") |
Best travel time current monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
January in Georgia is on the cool side — with highs around 6°C (43°F) it's less suited for a beach holiday, but good for sightseeing away from the high season.
Temperatures reach a maximum of 6°C (43°F) during the day and drop to -2°C (28°F) at night — warm layers recommended. With 6 sunshine hours per day and 3 rain days (25 mm (1.0 in)), this is one of the cloudier months.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Packing list for Georgia in January
- Winter coat
- Thermal clothing and warm layers
- Hat, scarf and gloves
- Warm, waterproof shoes
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is January a good time to visit Georgia?
- January is not an optimal month for Georgia (Score: 47/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Georgia in January?
- In January, Georgia sees daily highs of 6°C (43°F). Nights cool to -2°C (28°F), with a daily average of 2°C (36°F).
- How much rain falls in Georgia in January?
- In January, Georgia receives an average of 25 mm (1.0 in) of rain over 3 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Georgia get in January?
- Georgia averages 6 sunshine hours per day in January — below the annual average.