Kyustendil Weather in January

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

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Sapareva Banya Kyustendil Panichishte Rilski Manastir

Planning a trip to Kyustendil, Bulgaria this January? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Kyustendil in January

Kyustendil, Bulgaria is a region in Bulgaria. January in Kyustendil generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. January falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 3°C (37°F) in Rilski Manastir to 5°C (41°F) in Kyustendil. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -4°C (25°F) in Kyustendil and -6°C (21°F) in Rilski Manastir. On average, January is the coldest month of the year in Kyustendil, Bulgaria. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

To explore the conditions in Kyustendil, Bulgaria in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Dupnitsa with an average of 49 mm (1.9 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Rilski Manastir with 58 mm (2.3 in).

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Sapareva Banya receives around 86 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

Explore Kyustendil by month

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Best Places to Visit in Kyustendil in January

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

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 Kyustendil

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

Temperature range in Kyustendil (January)

Precipitation variation in Kyustendil (January)

Sapareva Banya

In January Sapareva Banya generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°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 »
December
January
February
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
68 hours
86 hours
116 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Sapareva Banya →

Kyustendil

In January Kyustendil generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°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)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
52 mm (2 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
8 days
8 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kyustendil →

Panichishte

In January Panichishte generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°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 »
December
January
February
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
68 hours
86 hours
116 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Panichishte →

Rilski Manastir

In January Rilski Manastir generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°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 »
December
January
February
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
103 hours
125 hours
148 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Rilski Manastir →

Dupnitsa

In January Dupnitsa generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°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 »
December
January
February
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
68 hours
86 hours
116 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
8 days
7 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Dupnitsa →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Sapareva Banya 3°C (37°F) -6°C (21°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Kyustendil 5°C (41°F) -4°C (25°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Panichishte 3°C (37°F) -6°C (21°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Rilski Manastir 3°C (37°F) -6°C (21°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Dupnitsa 5°C (41°F) -5°C (23°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Pastra 3°C (37°F) -5°C (23°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)

Kyustendil weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

Kyustendil, Bulgaria typically experiences poor weather in January, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Sapareva Banya average around 3°C (37°F), and temperatures drop to about -6°C (21°F) at night.

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

In Sapareva Banya, the average daytime high in January is 3°C (37°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -6°C (21°F).

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

January is on the drier side in Kyustendil, Bulgaria. Sapareva Banya averages only about 54 mm (2.1 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Kyustendil, Bulgaria?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Sapareva Banya, January may not be the ideal time to visit Kyustendil, Bulgaria.

On average, the best time to visit Kyustendil, Bulgaria is in July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Sapareva Banya. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, November and December tend to be poor.

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