Weather in Sofia in January
January in Sofia is deep winter. Days are short. The outdoor plan is a window in the middle of the day or not at all.
In Bulgaria, this is how Sofia actually wears January, not how a country centroid would. January is the cold side of the year in Sofia. Pack for that, not for a leftover summer photo.
- Average temp
- 0°C
-4–4°C
- Rainfall
- 36 mm
Not much rain
- Sunshine
- 2.8 h
hours per day
What to expect
Daytime
Days in Sofia in January are about getting between indoor places. The cold is the story. Gloves are not a fashion choice.
A clear spell is for a short walk, then back in. Do not plan a long outdoor day as the default. Night falls early and the cold deepens with it.
Rain
Mixed skies in Sofia in January. Dry days and wet days share the month. Outdoor plans need a backup, not a cancellation policy.
Pack a shell you will actually carry. The monthly table is the place for totals. This is the feel: usable, interrupted.
Evening
Evenings are cooler. A layer helps after sunset.
What to pack
A layer for cooler evenings
Where to stay in Sofia
Dates are a starting point for January.
Travel guides for Sofia
What to read before you book.
Average weather in Sofia
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FAQs about Sofia
Climate averages for Sofia, 1991–2020.
The best time to visit Sofia is between May and October, the most comfortable stretch of the year on these averages.
August is the hottest month, with an average around 22°C.
June is the wettest month, with about 78 mm of rain.
No. These are 1991–2020 climate normals from Meteostat, not a live forecast. Actual weather in any given week can differ.
