Climate averages 1991–2020
Weather in Bulgaria in January
In January, average daytime highs across the 10 cities listed in Bulgaria range from 3.4°C in Pernik to 6.4°C in Burgas. Monthly rainfall ranges from 39 mm in Pleven to 53 mm in Sliven.
Long-term climate patterns, not a forecast for a particular trip.
City by city
January in Bulgaria
| City | Average highHigh / low | Average low | Rainfall mm | Rain days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sofia | 3.6°C-4.3°C | -4.3°C | 39 | 7.6 |
| Plovdiv | 5.6°C-2.9°C | -2.9°C | 40 | 6.7 |
| Varna | 5.5°C-0.2°C | -0.2°C | 46 | 7.0 |
| Burgas | 6.4°C-0.7°C | -0.7°C | 53 | 7.8 |
| Stara Zagora | 5.6°C-2.5°C | -2.5°C | 49 | 7.8 |
| Ruse | 3.8°C-3.2°C | -3.2°C | 44 | 7.1 |
| Pleven | 4.3°C-3.6°C | -3.6°C | 39 | 6.8 |
| Sliven | 5.4°C-1.4°C | -1.4°C | 53 | 7.7 |
| Pernik | 3.4°C-5.0°C | -5.0°C | 40 | 7.4 |
| Shumen | 4.1°C-3.4°C | -3.4°C | 47 | 7.5 |
A rain day is a local calendar day with at least 1 mm of precipitation.