Batumi Weather in January: What to Expect
In January, Batumi averages highs of 10.2°C and lows of 2.4°C, with about 15 rainy days (~221 mm). Verdict: Wet season — plan around rain — ~15 rainy days this month. That makes it the hottest of Georgia's 8 main cities this month.
Batumi vs other Georgia cities in January
Georgia is not one climate. In January, Batumi runs to 10.2°C while Kazbegi (Stepantsminda) sits at -1.7°C — a 12°C spread. Here is where Batumi falls:
What to pack for Batumi in January
With highs near 10.2°C and lows around 2.4°C, pack warm layers, a proper jacket, and closed shoes, a warm fleece or down layer for cold nights, a compact umbrella or rain shell.
Batumi is on the coast — add swimwear; the water can feel cool for swimming this month.
What to do in Batumi in January
With 10.2°C midday highs, start outdoor sights early and keep afternoons for shaded or indoor stops. Top sights:
Public holidays in Georgia, January
- 2026-01-01 — New Year's Day
- 2026-01-02 — New Year's Day
- 2026-01-07 — Christmas Day (Orthodox)
- 2026-01-19 — Epiphany (Orthodox)
- 2027-01-01 — New Year's Day
- 2027-01-02 — New Year's Day
- 2027-01-07 — Christmas Day (Orthodox)
- 2027-01-19 — Epiphany (Orthodox)
Batumi in January — FAQs
What is the weather like in Batumi in January?
In January, Batumi averages daytime highs of 10.2°C and overnight lows around 2.4°C, with roughly 15 rainy days and about 221 mm of rain across the month. Wet season — plan around rain — ~15 rainy days this month.
Is January a good time to visit Batumi?
Wet season — plan around rain. Plan outdoor sights for early morning and keep midday for indoor or shaded activities. Among Georgia's cities, Batumi is the hottest this month.
What should I pack for Batumi in January?
For January (2.4–10.2°C), pack warm layers, a proper jacket, and closed shoes, a warm fleece or down layer for cold nights, a compact umbrella or rain shell.
What is there to do in Batumi in January?
Batumi's main sights include Kolkheti National Park, Gonio, Batumi Mosque, Mtirala National Park. Time outdoor sites for early morning given the midday heat.
Are there public holidays in Georgia in January?
Yes — New Year's Day (2026-01-01), New Year's Day (2026-01-02), Christmas Day (Orthodox) (2026-01-07), Epiphany (Orthodox) (2026-01-19), New Year's Day (2027-01-01), New Year's Day (2027-01-02), Christmas Day (Orthodox) (2027-01-07), Epiphany (Orthodox) (2027-01-19). Sites can be busier or closed around these dates.
Batumi weather by month: