BulgariaThe weather in January in Smolyan
It's cold in January in Smolyan with an average temperature of 9°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 7°C to a high of 11°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -2°C and 2°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in January for Smolyan, Bulgaria. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 21°C in 2023, Smolyan reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -6°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -15°C to a highest value of 10°C.
Precipitation and snowfall
In January, there is an average of 78 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. Of the total precipitation, about 16 cm falls as snow in January. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in January for Smolyan
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Smolyan. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
January weather comparison
| Smolyan | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 9°C | 5°C |
| Max. temperature | 11°C | 11°C |
| Min. temperature | -2°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 78 mm | 97 mm |
| Rainy days | 12 days | 12 days |
| Total snowfall | 16 cm | 16 cm |
| Snowy days | 7 days | 8 days |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Smolyan with cold temps, averaging around 10°C during the day and nights around 0°C.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps stay steady at around 10°C, with nights around 0°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Smolyan is around 9°C, while nighttime temps are about 0°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 5 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in January in Smolyan, Bulgaria. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in January in Smolyan
Temperature in January in Smolyan over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in January in Smolyan, Bulgaria. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in January in Smolyan
Total precipitation in January in Smolyan over the years
Daily Snowfall in January in Smolyan
Snowfall in January in Smolyan per year
Daily UV index in January in Smolyan
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Smolyan, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Smolyan by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Smolyan. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.