January 1 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Sofia. With minimal rain risk (14%) and pleasant highs of 5°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Sofia right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors. Note: January 1 is New Year's Day in Sofia, so expect special events, closures, and festive atmosphere.
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Essential Travel Info for Sofia
Currency
BGN
лв Bulgarian lev
Language
Bulgarian
Driving
Right side
Connect
5G internet is available from all three ...
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.541
Sofia Weather Forecast for January 1
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 5.3°C. 14% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Sofia in January
Based on historical data for January 1, Sofia typically experiences temperatures between -2.9°C and 5.3°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (14% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Sofia
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
5.3°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
-2.9°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
3.2°C
❄️ Slightly colder
Snow Chance
14%
Avg 0.8mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.8 cm
~14% chance
Pressure
1021.5 hPa
High volatility
Sofia Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 83% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 200 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 300 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 500 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
1.6°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😕 Best outdoor time:
Midday (11 AM - 3 PM) when warmest
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Holiday
New Year's Day
Flight Traffic
High
81/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~77
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Sofia
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:58
☀️ Noon
12:31
🌇 Sunset
17:04
⏱️ Daylight
9h 6m
Wind Speed
9.2 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
5.9 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
77%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Sofia
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Sofia on January 1 averages 5.3°C with a 14% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 47/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Sofia Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
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Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Sofia Worth Visiting on January 1?
Planning a trip to Sofia on January 1? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 5.3°C with a 14% historical precipitation risk.
🎉 Local Event: The date coincides with New Year's Day, which may influence local business hours and event availability.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 77 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for Bulgaria, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest January 1 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 12.1°C in 2022, while the coldest dropped to -9.8°C in 2016.