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Kotel Weather in January

With daytime temperatures of 5°C (41°F) and nighttime lows of -3°C (27°F), January in Kotel brings low temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of snow/rainfall is typical. Around 61 mm (2.4 in) falls on average.

Rainfall in Kotel in January

You can expect snow/rain on around 10 days based on historical patterns, with 61 mm (2.4 in) average for the month. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in Kotel in January

In January, Kotel sees low temperatures, with highs of 5°C (41°F). Nights drop to around -3°C (27°F). This month falls in the winter season. Staying warm is the main priority this month, especially during mornings and evenings. Nights are well below freezing at -3°C (27°F). An extra blanket is a good idea if you feel the cold, especially in older or less well-heated accommodation. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Ensure you're prepared by packing appropriate winter gear.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Kotel. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Kotel Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -3°C (27°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 5°C (41°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 33%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 61 mm (2.4 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 83% *  
* Data from: Shumen, Bulgaria (57 KM, 35 Miles).

Best Places in Bulgaria in January

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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 (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Kotel in January

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Kotel in January. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket.

What To Do in Kotel in January

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

Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Barbeque
1/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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