January · Syria
Best time to visit Damascus in JanuaryWeather, crowds & prices
January score
5.8/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 6°C
- Rainfall
- 56 mm
- Humidity
- 77%
- Sunny days
- 5
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
January in Damascus scores 5.8/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 6°C, 56 mm of rain, and roughly 5 sunny days this month.
Damascus is one of the region's oldest continuously inhabited cities, with a historic walled core, souqs, courtyards, mosques, churches, and layered urban history.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Damascus in January?
- In January, Damascus averages 6°C, 56 mm of rain, and about 5 sunny days. Its climate-comfort score is 5.8/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Damascus?
- January earns a 5.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Damascus in January?
- Expect about 56 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 77% and there are about 5 sunny days.
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