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Blagoevgrad Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria in January.

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Are you planning a trip a to Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Blagoevgrad in January

Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria is a region in Bulgaria. January in Blagoevgrad generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with moderate precipitation. January is a winter month.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is very cold in Dobărsko at 1°C (34°F) and cold in Petrich at 8°C (46°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to -1°C (30°F) in Petrich and -7°C (19°F) in Dobărsko. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Vratsa with an average of 51 mm (2 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Gostun with 72 mm (2.8 in). Going by our weather data, this month in Bansko usually has the least rain, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Bansko gets approximately 125 hours of sunlight in January, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Blagoevgrad in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Blagoevgrad.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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).

Popular Destinations in Blagoevgrad

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria?

Temperature range in Blagoevgrad (January)

Precipitation variation in Blagoevgrad (January)

Bansko

In January Bansko generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
103 hours
125 hours
148 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Bansko →

Sandanski

In January Sandanski generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
103 hours
125 hours
148 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
8 days
7 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Sandanski →

Blagoevgrad

In January Blagoevgrad generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
103 hours
125 hours
148 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
8 days
7 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Blagoevgrad →

Razlog

In January Razlog generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
103 hours
125 hours
148 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Razlog →

Bania

In January Bania generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
103 hours
125 hours
148 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
88 mm (3.5 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Bania →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Blagoevgrad, in Bulgaria.

In our records: Bulgaria January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Bulgaria in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in Bulgaria was -14°C (7°F) in Ruse on January 20, 2016.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Blagoevgrad in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Bansko 2°C (36°F) -7°C (19°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Sandanski 6°C (43°F) -3°C (27°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Blagoevgrad 5°C (41°F) -4°C (25°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Razlog 2°C (36°F) -7°C (19°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Bania 2°C (36°F) -7°C (19°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Dobrinishte 2°C (36°F) -7°C (19°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)

Blagoevgrad weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria in January?

Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria typically experiences poor weather in January, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Bansko average around 2°C (36°F), and temperatures drop to about -7°C (19°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria in January?

Bansko averages a daytime maximum of 2°C (36°F) in January, with overnight lows close to -7°C (19°F).

Does Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria get a lot of snow/rain in January?

Not particularly. Bansko averages just 70 mm (2.8 in) of snow/rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria?

In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria with often poor weather in Bansko.

Generally speaking, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Bansko. The weather in January, February, March, April, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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