January · Georgia
Best time to visit Tbilisi in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Tbilisi in January
Average temperature 1°C, 18 mm of rain, about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 71% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
6.9/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 1°C
- Rainfall
- 18 mm
- Humidity
- 71%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 23
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
January in Tbilisi scores 6.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 1°C, 18 mm of rain, and roughly 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Tbilisi's sulfur bath domes, Narikala fortress walls, and carved wooden balconies sit above the Mtkvari river.
January in Tbilisi — middling scores, decent value
At 1°C (34°F) this is proper winter weather in January: layer up and split the day between outdoor highlights and indoor stops.
With around 18 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 9.5 hours of daylight fill the rest.
That is 6.9/10 on the same scale — 10th of 12 months, versus 9.2/10 for the best month here.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, July is materially better in Tbilisi — 2.3 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Tbilisi in January?
- In January, Tbilisi averages 1°C, 18 mm of rain, and about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.9/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Tbilisi?
- January earns a 6.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Tbilisi in January?
- Expect about 18 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 71% and there are about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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