Dolenjska (Lower Carniola) Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Dolenjska (Lower Carniola), Slovenia in January.

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Novo Mesto Smarjeske Toplice Otočec Dolenjske Toplice

Are you planning a trip a to Dolenjska (Lower Carniola), Slovenia in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Dolenjska (Lower Carniola) in January

Dolenjska (Lower Carniola), Slovenia is a region in Slovenia. January in Dolenjska (Lower Carniola) generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. January falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 5°C (41°F) and nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) in Novo Mesto. 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 explore the conditions in Dolenjska (Lower Carniola), Slovenia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Šentrupert with an average of 56 mm (2.2 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Stari Trg ob Kolpi with 83 mm (3.3 in). Based on our climate data it is the driest month of the year in Novo Mesto.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is quite limited in many locations during January. Novo Mesto receives roughly 72 hours of sunlight. For destinations with more sunshine, our weather planner offers alternatives worldwide.

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Best Places to Visit in Dolenjska (Lower Carniola) in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Dolenjska (Lower Carniola).

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 Dolenjska (Lower Carniola)

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Dolenjska (Lower Carniola), Slovenia?

Temperature range in Dolenjska (Lower Carniola) (January)

Precipitation variation in Dolenjska (Lower Carniola) (January)

Novo Mesto

In January Novo Mesto generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°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
-2°C (28°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
57 hours
72 hours
112 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Novo Mesto →

Smarjeske Toplice

In January Smarjeske Toplice generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°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
-1°C (30°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
51 hours
58 hours
99 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Smarjeske Toplice →

Otočec

In January Otočec generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°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)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
51 hours
58 hours
99 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Otočec →

Dolenjske Toplice

In January Dolenjske Toplice generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°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
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
57 hours
72 hours
112 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Dolenjske Toplice →

Metlika

In January Metlika generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°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)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
51 hours
58 hours
99 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
93 mm (3.7 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Metlika →

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Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Dolenjska (Lower Carniola) in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Novo Mesto 5°C (41°F) -2°C (28°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Smarjeske Toplice 5°C (41°F) -2°C (28°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Otočec 5°C (41°F) -2°C (28°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Dolenjske Toplice 5°C (41°F) -3°C (27°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Metlika 5°C (41°F) -2°C (28°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Škocjan 5°C (41°F) -2°C (28°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)

Dolenjska (Lower Carniola) weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Dolenjska (Lower Carniola), Slovenia in January?

Expect poor weather across Dolenjska (Lower Carniola), Slovenia in January. The popular destination of Novo Mesto averages 5°C (41°F) by day and -2°C (28°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Dolenjska (Lower Carniola), Slovenia in January?

Daytime temperatures in Novo Mesto peak at roughly 5°C (41°F) in January, dropping to about -2°C (28°F) overnight.

Does Dolenjska (Lower Carniola), Slovenia get a lot of snow/rain in January?

January is on the drier side in Dolenjska (Lower Carniola), Slovenia. Novo Mesto averages only about 65 mm (2.6 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Dolenjska (Lower Carniola), Slovenia?

In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Dolenjska (Lower Carniola), Slovenia with often poor weather in Novo Mesto.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August and September offering mostly pleasant weather in Novo Mesto. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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