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Bratislava weather in January (Bratislavský kraj, Slovakia)

What's the typical weather in Bratislava for January? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

In January, the weather in Bratislava generally includes low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. The month of January belongs to the winter season. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around 4°C, cooling off to about -3°C at night. Prepare for the coldest month of the year by packing warm and cozy winter cloths.

Precipitation

Bratislava in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 41 mm for the month. With the least rainfall of the year, this month offers optimal conditions for outdoor exploration. Take advantage of the dry weather to plan your activities. Typically, you can expect about 14 days of snow/rain this month.

Average sunshine

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 62 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Bratislava. May, June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Bratislava climate page with graphs.

 

Bratislava, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -3°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 4°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 46%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 41 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 84%  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 62 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Slovakia in January

Find out more about the weather in Slovakia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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