Weather in January in Carinthia
Considering a trip to Carinthia this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Carinthia in January?
Carinthia is a region in Slovenia. January in Carinthia generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. The month of January is in the winter season.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 2°C in Jesenice to 9°C in Portorož. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 5°C in Portorož and -5°C in Jesenice. In general, this month stands out as the coldest period throughout the year. Given the lower temperatures, it's essential to be well-prepared. Packing the right winter clothing and necessary accessories can make a significant difference in ensuring your comfort and well-being during this chilly season.
Precipitation
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Muta with an average of 42 mm to moderate snow/rainfall in Tolmin with 93 mm.Average sunshine
Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 102 hours of sunlight anticipated in Portorož. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.For specific regional insights in Carinthia for January, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Carinthia climate page.
Where to go in Carinthia in January
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Carinthia?
Portorož
In January Portorož generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Bovec
In January Bovec generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Kobarid
In January Kobarid generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Tolmin
In January Tolmin generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Ribnica na Pohorju
In January Ribnica na Pohorju generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Carinthia, in Slovenia.
Is January the best time to visit Carinthia?
In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Carinthia due to the typically poor weather in Portorož.
On average, the best time to visit Carinthia is in May, June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Portorož. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be poor.
Interested in more climate information?
We have much more information about the climate in Carinthia.
Interested in the weather conditions in a specific month? Select the month below.
Weather and climate has detailed information for every country in the world. Are you going to Slovenia? Get detailed historical weather averages for many cities in Slovenia.
Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.