Bulgaria weather in January

In January, popular resorts in Bulgaria (Varna, Burgas, Nesebar, Golden Sands) average 6°C by day and -1°C at night, and the sea is about 4°C. On average 59 mm of rain falls during the month.

That is 2°C cooler than in December, and in February days average 7°C.

It is cool, not a beach month. The sea is cold.

Warmest resorts in Bulgaria in January

PlaceDayNightSeaRain
Burgas6°C-1°C3°C65 mm
Nesebar6°C-1°C3°C65 mm
Varna6°C2°C6°C53 mm
Golden Sands4°C-2°C7°C47 mm

Bulgaria weather in other months

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FAQ

Is it warm in Bulgaria in January?

In January, popular resorts in Bulgaria (Varna, Burgas, Nesebar, Golden Sands) average 6°C by day and -1°C at night, and the sea is about 4°C. On average 59 mm of rain falls during the month. It is cool, not a beach month.

What is the sea temperature in Bulgaria in January?

About 4°C on average. The warmest water is in Golden Sands (7°C).

Where is it warmest in Bulgaria in January?

The warmest place is Burgas (6°C by day), followed by Nesebar (6°C) and Varna (6°C).

Does it rain in Bulgaria in January?

On average 59 mm of rain falls in the month. It is a fairly wet month, so pack a jacket.

Long-term averages from NASA POWER data (MERRA-2, 2001-2020 reanalysis, CC BY 4.0). Sea temperature is the average water surface temperature at the nearest grid point over the sea. This is climate, not a forecast for a specific day.