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Weather in January in North Macedonia

Planning a trip to North Macedonia this January? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What is the weather like in North Macedonia in January?

January in North Macedonia generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. January falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 3°C in Mavrovo to 9°C in Star Dojran. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -0°C in Star Dojran and -7°C in Mavrovo. In general, this month stands out as the coldest period throughout the year. Given the lower temperatures, it's essential to be well-prepared. Packing the right winter clothing and necessary accessories can make a significant difference in ensuring your comfort and well-being during this chilly season.

To explore the conditions in North Macedonia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Kratovo with an average of 47 mm to high snow/rainfall in Debar with 103 mm.

Average sunshine

Ohrid enjoys a balanced 120 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

For an in-depth overview of the yearly conditions, do visit our North Macedonia climate page.

Where to go in North Macedonia in January

Find more information for the most popular destinations in the North Macedonia on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more details.

Weather conditions Weather
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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).

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit North Macedonia, check out our North Macedonia's climate page.

Popular destinations

What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in North Macedonia?

Ohrid

In January Ohrid generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Ohrid
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly snow/rainfall precipitationSnow/rainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   Annual Annual
<<  
16°C 
6°C 
2,485 hours 
866 mm 
129 days 
poor 
January January
5°C 
-3°C 
120 hours 
80 mm 
13 days 
poor 
February   >> February
>>  
6°C 
-2°C 
105 hours 
86 mm 
12 days 
poor 
Climate in Ohrid

Skopje

In January Skopje generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Skopje
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly snow/rainfall precipitationSnow/rainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   Annual Annual
<<  
20°C 
8°C 
2,327 hours 
591 mm 
113 days 
poor 
January January
7°C 
-2°C 
84 hours 
48 mm 
10 days 
poor 
February   >> February
>>  
10°C 
-1°C 
114 hours 
51 mm 
10 days 
poor 
Climate in Skopje

Bitola

In January Bitola generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Bitola
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly snow/rainfall precipitationSnow/rainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   Annual Annual
<<  
17°C 
6°C 
2,485 hours 
709 mm 
129 days 
poor 
January January
5°C 
-4°C 
120 hours 
58 mm 
12 days 
poor 
February   >> February
>>  
7°C 
-2°C 
105 hours 
62 mm 
12 days 
poor 
Climate in Bitola

Peštani

In January Peštani generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Peštani
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly snow/rainfall precipitationSnow/rainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   Annual Annual
<<  
16°C 
6°C 
2,485 hours 
870 mm 
129 days 
poor 
January January
5°C 
-3°C 
120 hours 
79 mm 
13 days 
poor 
February   >> February
>>  
6°C 
-2°C 
105 hours 
86 mm 
12 days 
poor 
Climate in Peštani

Struga

In January Struga generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Struga
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly snow/rainfall precipitationSnow/rainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   Annual Annual
<<  
16°C 
6°C 
2,485 hours 
957 mm 
130 days 
poor 
January January
5°C 
-3°C 
120 hours 
90 mm 
13 days 
poor 
February   >> February
>>  
6°C 
-2°C 
105 hours 
96 mm 
12 days 
poor 
Climate in Struga

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in North Macedonia.

Is January the best time to visit North Macedonia?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Ohrid, January may not be the ideal time to visit North Macedonia.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Ohrid. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March and December tend to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in North Macedonia.

Weather and climate has detailed information for every country in the world. Are you going to North Macedonia? Get detailed historical weather averages for many cities in North Macedonia.

Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.