Gabrovo Weather in January

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

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Veliko Tŭrnovo Tryavna Apriltsi Gabrovo

Planning a journey to Gabrovo, Bulgaria this January and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Gabrovo in January

Gabrovo, Bulgaria is a region in Bulgaria. January in Gabrovo 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 -3°C (27°F) in Veliko Tŭrnovo. 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 Gabrovo, Bulgaria, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Tabashka with an average of 55 mm (2.2 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Dryanovo with 61 mm (2.4 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Gabrovo in January

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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 Gabrovo

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

Temperature range in Gabrovo (January)

Precipitation variation in Gabrovo (January)

Veliko Tŭrnovo

In January Veliko Tŭrnovo 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
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Veliko Tŭrnovo →

Tryavna

In January Tryavna 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
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Tryavna →

Apriltsi

In January Apriltsi generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°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)
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
63 hours
75 hours
103 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Apriltsi →

Gabrovo

In January Gabrovo 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
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Gabrovo →

Bozhentsi

In January Bozhentsi 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
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Bozhentsi →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Veliko Tŭrnovo 5°C (41°F) -3°C (27°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Tryavna 5°C (41°F) -3°C (27°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Apriltsi 4°C (39°F) -4°C (25°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Gabrovo 5°C (41°F) -3°C (27°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Bozhentsi 5°C (41°F) -3°C (27°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Shipka 5°C (41°F) -3°C (27°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)

Gabrovo weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

January in Gabrovo, Bulgaria brings poor weather. In Veliko Tŭrnovo, daytime temperatures are typically around 5°C (41°F) and nighttime lows hover near -3°C (27°F).

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

Average temperatures in Gabrovo, Bulgaria during January range from a nighttime low near -3°C (27°F) to a daytime high around 5°C (41°F) in Veliko Tŭrnovo.

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

January is on the drier side in Gabrovo, Bulgaria. Veliko Tŭrnovo averages only about 59 mm (2.3 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Gabrovo, Bulgaria?

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

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Veliko Tŭrnovo. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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