January · Libya
Best time to visit Ghadames in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Ghadames in January
Average temperature 11°C, 0 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 49% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
9.0/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 11°C
- Rainfall
- 0 mm
- Humidity
- 49%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
January in Ghadames scores 9.0/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 11°C, 0 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Ghadames is a UNESCO-listed Saharan oasis city known for whitewashed covered lanes, courtyard houses, palm gardens, and caravan-route history.
January in Ghadames — one of the year's strongest windows (5th)
Expect 11°C (52°F) in January. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
At just 0 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.5 hours of daylight.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Ghadames at 9/10 (5th of 12), just behind November at 9.7/10.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in.
Budget for peak pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Ghadames in January?
- In January, Ghadames averages 11°C, 0 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.0/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Ghadames?
- January earns a 9.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Ghadames in January?
- Expect about 0 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 49% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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