Sofia Weather in January
Bulgaria · 30-year monthly averages
🤔 Fair time to visit
January in Sofia is cold, with average daytime highs around 4°C (38°F) and nighttime lows near -4°C (25°F). Expect roughly 35mm of precipitation spread over about 6 rainy days, with little rainfall.
Avg high
4°C
38°F
Avg low
-4°C
25°F
Rainfall
35mm
dry
Rainy days
6
days with ≥1mm
☀️ About 88 hours of sunshine over the month (~3h/day).
🎒 What to pack
- warm coat
- sweaters and layers
- scarf
January vs the rest of the year
FAQ
- How hot is Sofia in January?
- January in Sofia is cold, with average daytime highs around 4°C (38°F) and nighttime lows near -4°C (25°F). Expect roughly 35mm of precipitation spread over about 6 rainy days, with little rainfall.
- Does it rain a lot in Sofia in January?
- Sofia sees around 35mm of precipitation in January on average — dry by global standards.
- Is January a good time to visit Sofia?
- January is a workable month to visit Sofia, but expect some weather trade-offs.