Pristina County Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Pristina County, Kosovo in January.

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Pristina Babimoc Gracanica Laplje Selo

Planning a getaway to Pristina County, Kosovo 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 Pristina County in January

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

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 5°C (41°F) and nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) in Pristina. In general, this month stands out as the coldest period throughout the year. Given the lower temperatures, it's essential to be well-prepared. Packing the right winter clothing and necessary accessories can make a significant difference in ensuring your comfort and well-being during this chilly season.

For a closer look at conditions across Pristina County, Kosovo, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

January is a moderate rainy month with an average snow/rainfall of around 48 mm (1.9 in) in Pristina.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is quite limited in many locations during January. Pristina receives roughly 72 hours of sunlight. For destinations with more sunshine, our weather planner offers alternatives worldwide.

Explore Pristina County by month

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

January5°C (41°F) February8°C (46°F) March13°C (55°F) April17°C (63°F) May22°C (72°F) June27°C (81°F) This monthJuly30°C (86°F) August30°C (86°F) September24°C (75°F) October18°C (64°F) November12°C (54°F) December6°C (43°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Pristina County in January

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
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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 Pristina County

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Pristina County, Kosovo?

Temperature range in Pristina County (January)

Precipitation variation in Pristina County (January)

Pristina

In January Pristina 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
-2°C (28°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
71 hours
72 hours
98 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
51 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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Babimoc

In January Babimoc 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
-2°C (28°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
71 hours
72 hours
98 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Babimoc →

Gracanica

In January Gracanica 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
-2°C (28°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
71 hours
72 hours
98 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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Laplje Selo

In January Laplje Selo 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
-2°C (28°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
71 hours
72 hours
98 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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In our records: Kosovo January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Kosovo in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in Kosovo dropped to -26°C (-15°F) in Babimoc on January 8, 2017.
  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in Kosovo was -13°C (9°F) in Gornja Mala on January 13, 1985.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Pristina County in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Pristina 5°C (41°F) -3°C (27°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Babimoc 5°C (41°F) -3°C (27°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Gracanica 5°C (41°F) -3°C (27°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Laplje Selo 5°C (41°F) -3°C (27°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)

Pristina County weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Pristina County, Kosovo in January?

Pristina County, Kosovo typically experiences poor weather in January, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Pristina average around 5°C (41°F), and temperatures drop to about -3°C (27°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Pristina County, Kosovo in January?

Average temperatures in Pristina County, Kosovo during January range from a nighttime low near -3°C (27°F) to a daytime high around 5°C (41°F) in Pristina.

Does Pristina County, Kosovo get a lot of snow/rain in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Pristina County, Kosovo during January, with Pristina averaging close to 48 mm (1.9 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Pristina County, Kosovo?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Pristina County, Kosovo due to the typically poor weather in Pristina.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June and September offering mostly perfect weather in Pristina. On the other hand, the months of January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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