Dobrich Weather in January

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

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Balchik Kavarna Albena Shabla

Planning a getaway to Dobrich, Bulgaria this January and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Dobrich in January

Dobrich, Bulgaria is a region in Bulgaria. January in Dobrich generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 5°C (41°F) in Dobrich to 7°C (45°F) in Kamen Bryag. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 2°C (36°F) in Kamen Bryag and -2°C (28°F) in Dobrich. 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.

For specific regional insights in Dobrich, Bulgaria, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Dobrich with an average of 49 mm (1.9 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Tyulenovo with 55 mm (2.2 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine tends to be more scarce in many locations. Balchik gets roughly 88 hours of sunlight. For sunnier alternatives, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore Dobrich by month

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Best Places to Visit in Dobrich in January

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

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 Dobrich

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

Temperature range in Dobrich (January)

Precipitation variation in Dobrich (January)

Balchik

In January Balchik generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
72 hours
88 hours
104 hours
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
51 mm (2 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
8 days
8 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Balchik →

Kavarna

In January Kavarna generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
72 hours
88 hours
104 hours
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
52 mm (2 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
8 days
8 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kavarna →

Albena

In January Albena generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
72 hours
88 hours
104 hours
Monthly rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
50 mm (2 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
7 days
8 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Albena →

Shabla

In January Shabla generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
72 hours
88 hours
104 hours
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Shabla →

Topola

In January Topola generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
72 hours
88 hours
104 hours
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
52 mm (2 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
8 days
8 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Topola →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Balchik 6°C (43°F) 0°C (32°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Kavarna 7°C (45°F) 1°C (34°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Albena 6°C (43°F) 0°C (32°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Shabla 7°C (45°F) 2°C (36°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Topola 6°C (43°F) 1°C (34°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Dobrich 5°C (41°F) -2°C (28°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)

Dobrich weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

Expect poor weather across Dobrich, Bulgaria in January. The popular destination of Balchik averages 6°C (43°F) by day and 0°C (32°F) at night during this winter month.

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

Daytime temperatures in Balchik peak at roughly 6°C (43°F) in January, dropping to about 0°C (32°F) overnight.

Does Dobrich, Bulgaria get a lot of rain in January?

January is on the drier side in Dobrich, Bulgaria. Balchik averages only about 51 mm (2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Dobrich, Bulgaria?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Dobrich, Bulgaria due to the typically poor weather in Balchik.

Generally speaking, May, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Balchik. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March and December tend to be poor.

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