Temperature in Bulgaria in January

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across Bulgaria this January.

Bulgaria, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in January ranging from 1°C (34°F) in Dobărsko to 8°C (46°F) in Sinemorets. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 4°C (39°F) in Sinemorets and -7°C (19°F) in Dobărsko. January is a winter month. On average, it is one of the coldest months of the year.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Bulgaria in January?

To get a sense of January's typical temperatures in the key spots of Bulgaria, explore the map below. Click on a point for an in-depth look.

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Best Places to Visit in Bulgaria in January

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in January: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Bulgaria temperatures in January: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Bulgaria in January?

Daytime temperatures in Sunny Beach typically peak at 7°C (45°F) in January, putting it in the low range.

How cold does it get at night in Bulgaria in January?

Average overnight lows in Bulgaria during January sit near 1°C (34°F) in Sunny Beach.

What is the warmest city in January in Bulgaria?

According to our recent database analysis, Sinemorets is the warmest city. It experiences an average maximum daytime temperature of approximately 8°C (46°F) and rarely drops below 4°C (39°F) during the night.

What is the coldest city in January in Bulgaria?

The coldest city in January in Bulgaria is Dobărsko when we check our database. The maximum daytime temperatures are around 1°C (34°F) and minimum nighttime temperatures fall around -7°C (19°F).

How much sun does Bulgaria get in January?

Across Bulgaria, sunshine in January ranges from overcast in Lom (64 hours) to moderately sunny in Sandanski (125 hours).

What is the water temperature in January?

The water temperature averages approximately 9°C (48°F) in Sunny Beach this month, generally too cold for comfortable swimming.

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