If you plan to visit Varna in January, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +43°F during the day and approximately 8 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 6 rainy days in the month and around 32 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
January is usually the coldest month of the year in Varna;
Average weather
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+43°F
Avg. max. temperature
+1°F
Min.
+66°F
Max.
32 mm
Total precipitation
81%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
8 ☀️
Sunny Days
12 ⛅️
Cloudy
6 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Varna has OK weather in January.
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Average temperature in Varna in January
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Varna for January based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +66°F during the day to a minimum of +27°F during the night, the temperature in January averages around +52°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 68% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +64°F to +37°F.
Is Varna warm or cold in January?
Varna is typically chill in January.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +45°F to +43°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +36°F to +32°F.
Pack a jumper and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.
January is the coldest month in Varna, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Varna in January
Water in Varna in January is Cold. It varies from +44°F to +49°F, with an average of +47°F.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +43°F.
The water temperature in January is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Varna are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +76°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +45°F.
Can you swim in Varna in January?
We would not recommend swimming in Varna in January, the water is very cold (+47°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.
Climate in Varna in January
Varna weather looks like this, on average, in January and the surrounding months.
December
January
February
Avg. temperature
+45°F
+43°F
+45°F
Min. temperature
+9°F
+1°F
+5°F
Max. temperature
+68°F
+66°F
+68°F
Rainfall
40 mm
32 mm
28 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+50°F
+47°F
+45°F
Humidity
82%
81%
78%
Air pressure
1018 HPa
1018 HPa
1018 HPa
Sunny days
8
8
7
Cloudy days
12
12
11
Rainy days
9
6
7
Snowy days
3
5
4
January weather is still as ok as in December.It’s getting colder in January. From +45°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +43°F.As January arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 40 mm to 32 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 82% to 81%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during January, staying around 3 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 8 sunny days during the month.
February brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Varna in January based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Varna is gradually increasing during January, going from 2 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during January in Varna based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 23% chance of rain on an average day in January, with total rainfall of approximately 24 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 9 mm, which is considered light rain.On average, there are about 7 rainy days during January, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how January is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Varna wettest month is June, where a typical day has a 33% chance of precipitation and 59 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 24% chance of precipitation and 28 mm of rainfall per day.
Snow
Amount of snow in mm during January in Varna based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 0% chance of snow on an average day in January, with a total monthly snowfall of approximately 1 mm.
January is one of the snowiest months in Varna.
Here’s how January is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:
How was the weather last January in Varna?
This is the weather in Varna in January 2023:
1 January
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+65°F
2 January
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+59°F
3 January
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+66°F
4 January
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+51°F
5 January
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+57°F
6 January
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+58°F
7 January
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+55°F
8 January
☁️
+55°F
9 January
☁️
+53°F
10 January
🌧️
+56°F
11 January
🌧️
+54°F
12 January
🌧️
+48°F
13 January
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+40°F
14 January
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+40°F
15 January
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+43°F
16 January
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+50°F
17 January
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+64°F
18 January
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+66°F
19 January
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+66°F
20 January
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+61°F
21 January
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+58°F
22 January
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+57°F
23 January
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+48°F
24 January
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+38°F
25 January
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+37°F
26 January
🌧️
+47°F
27 January
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+52°F
28 January
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+38°F
29 January
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+36°F
30 January
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+40°F
31 January
☀️
+38°F
In January 2023 Varna had 11 sunny days, 15 cloudy days, and 5 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +52°F, with an absolute maximum of +66°F and a minimum of +36°F. The average humidity was 85%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 42%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in January?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Varna climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Varna in January has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1987 (+57°F) and the highest in 2020 (+67°F). The driest year was 2000 with only 324 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2014 with 785 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Varna in January:
Is January a good time to visit Varna?
It’s always a good time to visit Varna, but the weather is changeable in January, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Varna in January?
Not really, January is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.
Can you swim in Varna in January?
Swimming in Varna in January is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Varna rainy in January?
Varna is usually dry in January. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Varna in January?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Varna in January, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
Other cities in Bulgaria
Check out the weather for other cities in Bulgaria.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Varna, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
