Varna weather in January (Bulgaria)

Curious about the January weather in Varna? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Varna generally has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. January is a winter month. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 6°C, while night temperatures can drop to 0°C. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

Varna in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 51 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 7 days of rain are anticipated.

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 88 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Varna. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Varna, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 0°C  

Max Temperature 6°C  

Water Temperature 8°C  

Chance of Rain 22%  

Precipitation 51 mm  

Rainy days 7 days  

Humidity 78%  

Windspeed 14 km/h  

Sunshine 88 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 32%  

Where to go in Bulgaria in January

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

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 Varna in January?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. With a water temperature of around 8°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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