Sliven Weather in January

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

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Zheravna Sliven Medven Kotel

Are you planning a trip a to Sliven, Bulgaria in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Sliven in January

Sliven, Bulgaria is a region in Bulgaria. January in Sliven 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 5°C (41°F) and nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) in Zheravna. 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.

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

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Nova Zagora with an average of 51 mm (2 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Kotel with 61 mm (2.4 in).

Explore Sliven by month

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

January5°C (41°F) February7°C (45°F) March11°C (52°F) April16°C (61°F) May22°C (72°F) This monthJune26°C (79°F) July28°C (82°F) August29°C (84°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 Sliven in January

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

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 Sliven

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

Temperature range in Sliven (January)

Precipitation variation in Sliven (January)

Zheravna

In January Zheravna 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)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Zheravna →

Sliven

In January Sliven generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°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)
-2°C (28°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Sliven →

Medven

In January Medven 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)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Medven →

Kotel

In January Kotel 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)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kotel →

Nova Zagora

In January Nova Zagora 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 poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-2°C (28°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
51 mm (2 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Sliven, 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 Sliven in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Zheravna 5°C (41°F) -3°C (27°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Sliven 5°C (41°F) -2°C (28°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Medven 5°C (41°F) -3°C (27°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Kotel 5°C (41°F) -3°C (27°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Nova Zagora 7°C (45°F) -2°C (28°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Tvŭrditsa 5°C (41°F) -3°C (27°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)

Sliven weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

Expect poor weather across Sliven, Bulgaria in January. The popular destination of Zheravna averages 5°C (41°F) by day and -3°C (27°F) at night during this winter month.

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

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

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Sliven, Bulgaria during January, with Zheravna averaging close to 60 mm (2.4 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Sliven, Bulgaria?

In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Sliven, Bulgaria with often poor weather in Zheravna.

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

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