Ohrid weather in January (North Macedonia)

What is the weather forecast for Ohrid in January? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

January in Ohrid generally includes low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. Winter occurs in January. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 5°C, while night temperatures can drop to -3°C. This month is known for being the coldest, so make sure you pack appropriately with plenty of warm clothing.

Precipitation

Ohrid in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 80 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 13 days of snow/rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 120 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Ohrid. June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Ohrid, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -3°C  

Max Temperature 5°C  

Chance of Rain 43%  

Precipitation 80 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Sunshine 120 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in North Macedonia in January

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

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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

5/10

Cycling

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Ohrid.

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