Banská Bystrica weather in January (Banskobystrický kraj, Slovakia)

Thinking of visiting Banská Bystrica in January? Check the weather first! Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

In January, the weather in Banská Bystrica generally includes very low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January is a notable month of the winter season. Anticipate daytime highs near 1°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around -7°C. Expect chilly temperatures this month, as it is typically the coldest of the year. Pack accordingly with warm clothes.

Precipitation

Banská Bystrica in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 58 mm for the month. It's the month with the least rainfall. Whether you're keen on hiking, outdoor festivals, or just enjoying a walk in the park, this month provides a reliably dry backdrop for all your plans. Typically, you can expect about 15 days of snow/rain this month.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 54 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Banská Bystrica. June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Banská Bystrica, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -7°C  

Max Temperature 1°C  

Chance of Rain 49%  

Precipitation 58 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 85% *  

Windspeed 4 km/h *  

Sunshine 54 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Sliac, Slovakia (11 KM, 7 Miles).

Where to go in Slovakia in January

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

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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 this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

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

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

2/10

Walking

2/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

2/10

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