Mestia Weather in January: What to Expect
In January, Mestia averages highs of 0°C and lows of -8.1°C, with about 14 rainy days (~146 mm). Verdict: Cold — pack heavy — daytime highs average just 0°C. That makes it the 7th hottest of Georgia's 8 main cities this month.
Mestia 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 Mestia falls:
What to pack for Mestia in January
With highs near 0°C and lows around -8.1°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 to do in Mestia in January
With 0°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)
Mestia in January — FAQs
What is the weather like in Mestia in January?
In January, Mestia averages daytime highs of 0°C and overnight lows around -8.1°C, with roughly 14 rainy days and about 146 mm of rain across the month. Cold — pack heavy — daytime highs average just 0°C.
Is January a good time to visit Mestia?
Cold — pack heavy. Plan outdoor sights for early morning and keep midday for indoor or shaded activities. Among Georgia's cities, Mestia is the 7th hottest this month.
What should I pack for Mestia in January?
For January (-8.1–0°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 Mestia in January?
Mestia's main sights include Bedia Cathedral, Ilori Church. 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.
Mestia weather by month: