Temperature in North Macedonia in January

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

North Macedonia, experiences low average maximum daytime temperatures in January, ranging from 3°C (37°F) in Mavrovo to 9°C (48°F) in Star Dojran. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 0°C (32°F) in Star Dojran and -7°C (19°F) in Mavrovo. 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 North Macedonia in January?

Find the average daytime temperatures in January for the most popular destinations in North Macedonia on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.

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Best Places to Visit in North Macedonia 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.

North Macedonia temperatures in January: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in North Macedonia in January?

Average daytime highs in North Macedonia during January reach about 5°C (41°F) in Ohrid.

How cold does it get at night in North Macedonia in January?

Average overnight lows in North Macedonia during January sit near -3°C (27°F) in Ohrid.

What is the warmest city in January in North Macedonia?

Based on our systematic data collection, Star Dojran has been identified as the city with the highest average temperatures. The daytime temperature usually hovers around 9°C (48°F), while at night it goes down to an approximate temperature of 0°C (32°F).

What is the coldest city in January in North Macedonia?

The coldest city in January in North Macedonia is Mavrovo when we check our database. The maximum daytime temperatures are around 3°C (37°F) and minimum nighttime temperatures fall around -7°C (19°F).

How much sun does North Macedonia get in January?

Ohrid usually sees around 120 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

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