Kardzhali Weather in January

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

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Glavatartsi Kŭrdzhali Kirkovo Momchilgrad

Planning a journey to Kardzhali, 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 Kardzhali in January

Kardzhali, Bulgaria is a region in Bulgaria. January in Kardzhali generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. January is a winter month.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 6°C (43°F) and nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) in Glavatartsi. On average, January is the coldest month of the year in Kardzhali, Bulgaria. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Kardzhali, Bulgaria, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Kŭrdzhali with an average of 70 mm (2.8 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Kirkovo with 77 mm (3 in).

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Glavatartsi receives around 92 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

Explore Kardzhali by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Kardzhali - and find the best time to visit. (based on Glavatartsi)

January6°C (43°F) February8°C (46°F) March12°C (54°F) April17°C (63°F) May22°C (72°F) June26°C (79°F) This monthJuly29°C (84°F) August29°C (84°F) September25°C (77°F) October19°C (66°F) November13°C (55°F) December8°C (46°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Kardzhali in January

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

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 Kardzhali

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

Temperature range in Kardzhali (January)

Precipitation variation in Kardzhali (January)

Glavatartsi

In January Glavatartsi generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
79 hours
92 hours
112 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Glavatartsi →

Kŭrdzhali

In January Kŭrdzhali generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
79 hours
92 hours
112 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Kŭrdzhali →

Kirkovo

In January Kirkovo generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
101 mm (4 in)
77 mm (3 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Kirkovo →

Momchilgrad

In January Momchilgrad generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-2°C (28°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Momchilgrad →

Krumovgrad

In January Krumovgrad generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
88 mm (3.5 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Krumovgrad →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Glavatartsi 6°C (43°F) -2°C (28°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Kŭrdzhali 6°C (43°F) -2°C (28°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Kirkovo 7°C (45°F) -1°C (30°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Momchilgrad 7°C (45°F) -2°C (28°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Krumovgrad 7°C (45°F) -1°C (30°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)

Kardzhali weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

In January, Kardzhali, Bulgaria generally has less favorable weather conditions. Glavatartsi sees daytime temperatures near 6°C (43°F), with nights cooling to roughly -2°C (28°F).

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

Glavatartsi averages a daytime maximum of 6°C (43°F) in January, with overnight lows close to -2°C (28°F).

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

Not particularly. Glavatartsi averages just 72 mm (2.8 in) of snow/rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for Kardzhali, Bulgaria.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Kardzhali, Bulgaria?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Kardzhali, Bulgaria due to the typically less favorable weather in Glavatartsi.

On average, the best time to visit Kardzhali, Bulgaria is in May, June, July, August and September with generally excellent weather in Glavatartsi. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be less favorable.

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