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Julian Alps Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Julian Alps, Slovenia in January.

Thinking about venturing to the Julian Alps, Slovenia this January and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in the Julian Alps in January

The Julian Alps, Slovenia is a region in Slovenia. January in the Julian Alps generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. January is a winter month.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 3°C (37°F) and nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) in Bled. 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 the Julian Alps, Slovenia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Jesenice with an average of 64 mm (2.5 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Bohinj with 82 mm (3.2 in). Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month usually has the lowest rainfall in Bled, marking it as the year's driest month.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is quite limited in many locations during January. Bled receives roughly 91 hours of sunlight. For destinations with more sunshine, our weather planner offers alternatives worldwide.

Explore the Julian Alps by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Julian Alps — and find the best time to visit. (based on Bled)

Best Places to Visit in the Julian Alps in January

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

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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 the Julian Alps

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in the Julian Alps, Slovenia?

Temperature range in the Julian Alps (January)

Precipitation variation in the Julian Alps (January)

Bled

In January Bled generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
63 hours
91 hours
141 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Kranjska Gora

In January Kranjska Gora generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
45 hours
57 hours
116 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
103 mm (4.1 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Bohinj

In January Bohinj generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
63 hours
91 hours
141 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
119 mm (4.7 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
101 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Radovljica

In January Radovljica generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
63 hours
91 hours
141 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Jesenice

In January Jesenice generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
63 hours
91 hours
141 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Julian Alps in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Bled 3°C (37°F) -5°C (23°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Kranjska Gora 2°C (36°F) -6°C (21°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Bohinj 3°C (37°F) -5°C (23°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Radovljica 3°C (37°F) -5°C (23°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Jesenice 2°C (36°F) -5°C (23°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)

The Julian Alps weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Julian Alps, Slovenia in January?

January in the Julian Alps, Slovenia brings poor weather. In Bled, daytime temperatures are typically around 3°C (37°F) and nighttime lows hover near -5°C (23°F).

What is the average temperature in the Julian Alps, Slovenia in January?

Average temperatures in the Julian Alps, Slovenia during January range from a nighttime low near -5°C (23°F) to a daytime high around 3°C (37°F) in Bled.

Does the Julian Alps, Slovenia get a lot of snow/rain in January?

Not particularly. Bled averages just 66 mm (2.6 in) of snow/rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for the Julian Alps, Slovenia.

Is January a Good Time to Visit the Julian Alps, Slovenia?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Bled, January may not be the ideal time to visit the Julian Alps, Slovenia.

On average, the best time to visit the Julian Alps, Slovenia is in June, July and August with generally pleasant weather in Bled. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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