Ruse Weather in January

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

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Ruse Byala Koshov

Planning a journey to Ruse, 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 Ruse in January

Ruse, Bulgaria is a region in Bulgaria. January in Ruse generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. The month of January is in the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 4°C (39°F) and nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) in Ruse. On average, January is the coldest month of the year in Ruse, Bulgaria. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

For a closer look at conditions across Ruse, Bulgaria, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

January is a moderate rainy month with an average snow/rainfall of around 47 mm (1.9 in) in Ruse.

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Ruse receives around 71 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

Explore Ruse by month

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Best Places to Visit in Ruse in January

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

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 Ruse

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

Temperature range in Ruse (January)

Precipitation variation in Ruse (January)

Ruse

In January Ruse generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°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)
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
63 hours
71 hours
85 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
49 mm (1.9 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Ruse →

Byala

In January Byala 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
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Byala →

Koshov

In January Koshov generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°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)
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Koshov →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ruse 4°C (39°F) -3°C (27°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Byala 5°C (41°F) -3°C (27°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Koshov 4°C (39°F) -3°C (27°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)

Ruse weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

January in Ruse, Bulgaria brings poor weather. In Ruse, daytime temperatures are typically around 4°C (39°F) and nighttime lows hover near -3°C (27°F).

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

In Ruse, the average daytime high in January is 4°C (39°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -3°C (27°F).

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

January is on the drier side in Ruse, Bulgaria. Ruse averages only about 47 mm (1.9 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Ruse, Bulgaria?

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

On average, the best time to visit Ruse, Bulgaria is in May, June and September with generally perfect weather in Ruse. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be poor.

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