Žiar weather in January (Žilinský kraj, Slovakia)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Žiar during January? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

In January, Žiar typically experiences very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. January is part of winter. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around -1°C. At night, they will likely drop to about -8°C. During the coldest month of the year, be prepared to bundle up with heavy winter gear.

Precipitation

Žiar in January usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 62 mm for the month. Known for its minimal rainfall, this month is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. Take advantage of the dry conditions to explore and enjoy various activities. On average, there are about 16 days with snow during this month.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 71 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Žiar. June, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Žiar climate page with graphs.

 

Žiar, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -8°C  

Max Temperature -1°C  

Chance of Rain 53%  

Precipitation 62 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 80% *  

Sunshine 71 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Zakopane, Poland (28 KM, 17 Miles).

Where to go in Slovakia in January

Find out more about the weather in Slovakia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Visitors traveling to Žiar should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

1/10

Cycling

1/10

Walking

1/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

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