Pamporovo

Smolyan Weather in January

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

🔎
Pamporovo Smolyan Zlatograd Chepelare

Planning a journey to Smolyan, 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 Smolyan in January

Smolyan, Bulgaria is a region in Bulgaria. January in Smolyan generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. January is a winter month.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 2°C (36°F) in Devin to 7°C (45°F) in Zlatograd. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -2°C (28°F) in Zlatograd and -6°C (21°F) in Devin. On average, January is the coldest month of the year in Smolyan, Bulgaria. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

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

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Shipka with an average of 55 mm (2.2 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Zlatograd with 81 mm (3.2 in).

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Pamporovo receives around 92 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

Explore Smolyan by month

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

January3°C (37°F) February5°C (41°F) March9°C (48°F) April13°C (55°F) May18°C (64°F) This monthJune22°C (72°F) July24°C (75°F) August25°C (77°F) September21°C (70°F) October15°C (59°F) November10°C (50°F) December5°C (41°F)
Best Time to Visit Smolyan →

Best Places to Visit in Smolyan in January

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

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 Smolyan

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

Temperature range in Smolyan (January)

Precipitation variation in Smolyan (January)

Pamporovo

In January Pamporovo generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°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
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
79 hours
92 hours
112 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Pamporovo →

Smolyan

In January Smolyan generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°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
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
79 hours
92 hours
112 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Smolyan →

Zlatograd

In January Zlatograd 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)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
110 mm (4.3 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Zlatograd →

Chepelare

In January Chepelare generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°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
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
79 hours
92 hours
112 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Chepelare →

Devin

In January Devin generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°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)
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°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
83 mm (3.3 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Devin →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Pamporovo 3°C (37°F) -5°C (23°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Smolyan 4°C (39°F) -5°C (23°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Zlatograd 7°C (45°F) -2°C (28°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Chepelare 3°C (37°F) -5°C (23°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Devin 2°C (36°F) -6°C (21°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Shipka 5°C (41°F) -3°C (27°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)

Smolyan weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

In January, Smolyan, Bulgaria generally has poor weather conditions. Pamporovo sees daytime temperatures near 3°C (37°F), with nights cooling to roughly -5°C (23°F).

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

In Pamporovo, the average daytime high in January is 3°C (37°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -5°C (23°F).

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

January is on the drier side in Smolyan, Bulgaria. Pamporovo averages only about 72 mm (2.8 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Smolyan, Bulgaria?

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

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

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Smolyan.

Weather and climate has detailed information for every country in the world. Are you going to Bulgaria? Get detailed historical weather averages for many cities in Bulgaria.

Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.

Bucket list

Need travel inspiration? Check out our bucket list articles and be inspired.

7 of the most budget-friendly destinations in Europe

Discover Europe's top budget-friendly destinations including Budapest, Kotor, Krakow, and more, perfect for affordable and exciting travel.
Meadows in the mountains

Meadows in the mountains is a world away from large line-ups and huge crowds. High in the Rhodope Mountains in Bulgaria.
Cycle the Danube trail

The Danube cycle route is one of the most popular cycling routes in Europe, and rightly so, because it is a varied route that is interesting both in terms of culture and nature.
Must visit in Bulgaria →