January Rainfall and Precipitation in Sofia
Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Sofia, Bulgaria in January.
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
Sofia precipitation in January: frequently asked questions
How much snow/rainfall does Sofia, Bulgaria receive in January?
Rainfall in Sofia during January is on the lighter side, averaging about 47 mm (1.9 in). Expect predominantly dry weather punctuated by short showers.
How many days does it rain in Sofia, Bulgaria in January?
Expect around 7 days rainy days in Sofia during January.
Is January part of the rainy season in Sofia, Bulgaria?
No. January sits outside the typical rainy season in Sofia, Bulgaria, so you can expect drier conditions overall.
What is the wettest city in January in Sofia, Bulgaria?
Looking at our data, Borovets tops the wettest-cities list in Sofia, Bulgaria for January, with monthly snow/rainfall averaging 61 mm (2.4 in).
What is the driest city in January in Sofia, Bulgaria?
Based on our database, Bankya sees the least snow/rainfall in Sofia, Bulgaria in January, with around 45 mm (1.8 in) on average.
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