Pazardzhik Weather in January

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

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Velingrad Tsigov Chark Pazardzhik Batak

Planning a getaway to Pazardzhik, Bulgaria this January and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Pazardzhik in January

Pazardzhik, Bulgaria is a region in Bulgaria. January in Pazardzhik generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 3°C (37°F) in Sarnitsa to 6°C (43°F) in Pazardzhik. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -3°C (27°F) in Pazardzhik and -7°C (19°F) in Sarnitsa. On average, January is the coldest month of the year in Pazardzhik, Bulgaria. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

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

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Panagyurishte with an average of 43 mm (1.7 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Sarnitsa with 65 mm (2.6 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine hours are generally lower in most areas during January. Velingrad experiences about 92 hours of sunlight. If you're looking for brighter destinations, our weather planner can suggest better options.

Explore Pazardzhik by month

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

January4°C (39°F) February5°C (41°F) March9°C (48°F) April14°C (57°F) May19°C (66°F) June22°C (72°F) This monthJuly24°C (75°F) August25°C (77°F) September21°C (70°F) October16°C (61°F) November10°C (50°F) December5°C (41°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Pazardzhik in January

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

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 Pazardzhik

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

Temperature range in Pazardzhik (January)

Precipitation variation in Pazardzhik (January)

Velingrad

In January Velingrad generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°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)
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
79 hours
92 hours
112 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
80 mm (3.1 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Velingrad →

Tsigov Chark

In January Tsigov Chark generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°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)
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
79 hours
92 hours
112 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Tsigov Chark →

Pazardzhik

In January Pazardzhik generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°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
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
79 hours
92 hours
112 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
7 days
7 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Pazardzhik →

Batak

In January Batak generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°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)
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
79 hours
92 hours
112 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Batak →

Strelcha

In January Strelcha 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)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
79 hours
92 hours
112 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
7 days
8 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Strelcha →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Velingrad 4°C (39°F) -6°C (21°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Tsigov Chark 4°C (39°F) -6°C (21°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Pazardzhik 6°C (43°F) -3°C (27°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Batak 4°C (39°F) -6°C (21°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Strelcha 5°C (41°F) -4°C (25°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)
Dorkovo 4°C (39°F) -5°C (23°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)

Pazardzhik weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

Pazardzhik, Bulgaria typically experiences poor weather in January, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Velingrad average around 4°C (39°F), and temperatures drop to about -6°C (21°F) at night.

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

In Velingrad, the average daytime high in January is 4°C (39°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -6°C (21°F).

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

Not particularly. Velingrad averages just 62 mm (2.4 in) of snow/rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for Pazardzhik, Bulgaria.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Pazardzhik, Bulgaria?

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

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

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