Donovaly weather in January (Banskobystrický kraj, Slovakia)

Looking to travel to Donovaly in January? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In January, Donovaly generally has very low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January is a winter month. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 1°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -7°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Ensure you're prepared by packing appropriate winter gear.

Donovaly in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 62 mm for the month. It's the month receiving the least amount of rain. As the days go by, you can expect fewer clouds and less precipitation. This makes it an ideal time for outdoor activities and events that might be disrupted by wetter conditions in other months. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 16 days of snow/rain are anticipated.

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 54 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Donovaly. June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Donovaly, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -7°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 1°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 53%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 62 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 85% *  
SunshineSunshine 54 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Sliac, Slovakia (28 KM, 17 Miles).

Where to go in Slovakia in January

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

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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).

So, what should you wear in Donovaly in January?

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 in January.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
2/10
Walking
2/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
2/10

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