Weather in January in Bulgaria
Planning a journey to Bulgaria this January and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:
What is the weather like in Bulgaria in January?
January in Bulgaria generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with moderate precipitation. In January, it is winter.
Temperatures
The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from very cold in Dobărsko at 1°C to cold in Sinemorets at 8°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 4°C in Sinemorets and -7°C in Dobărsko. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.
Precipitation
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Panagyurishte with an average of 43 mm to moderate snow/rainfall in Rezovo with 90 mm.Average sunshine
Most cities witness limited sunny days, expect roughly 93 hours of sunlight in Sunny Beach. This low amount of sunlight is perfect for those who lean towards dimmer, cloudier weather rather than intense sunny days.For a closer look at January's conditions in Bulgaria, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Bulgaria's yearly weather, check out our Bulgaria climate page.
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What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Bulgaria?
Sunny Beach
In January Sunny Beach generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Sofia
In January Sofia generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Sozopol
In January Sozopol generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Bansko
In January Bansko generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Sveti Vlas
In January Sveti Vlas generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Bulgaria.
Is January the best time to visit Bulgaria?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Sunny Beach, January may not be the ideal time to visit Bulgaria.
Generally speaking, May, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Sunny Beach. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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