Weather in Bled in January

How January compares

January is the 12th warmest month of the year in Bled and ranks 130th of 134 destinations we compare for January - see where else is hot in January. Against London's average high of 7.4°C in January, Bled is 3.4°C cooler by day and 4.8°C cooler at night.

Daytime and night-time in January

The typical January day in Bled peaks at 4.0°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 8.3°C or more. Days over 25°C are rare. Nights average -2.6°C; one night in ten drops to -9.0°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings - it is genuinely cool after dark. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest January day here reached 13.7°C (2016-01-26) and the coldest night -21.3°C (2003-01-12).

Rain in January

Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 8 days with 1 mm or more, 76 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest January was 2014 with 278 mm, the driest 2000 with 3 mm. Humidity averages 83%.

Sunshine and daylight

Around 3.0 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 8.8 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:43 and sets about 16:42 local time in mid-January. Average cloud cover is 66%.

Is January a good time to visit Bled?

January is not the strongest month here: cool days and frequent rain. The best months for Bled on our scoring are July, August, June.

Pack for freezing nights, not just chilly afternoons

January is Bled's coldest month, so proper winter clothing matters more than hoping for a mild spell. A warm coat, insulating layers, gloves and a hat are sensible, with sturdy waterproof footwear for wet days. Average nights are below freezing, while the coldest nights can fall to -9°C or lower; that makes evening plans a different proposition from a daytime walk. Some warmer days reach around 8°C or more, but that is still coat weather rather than a reason to pack lightly. If you enjoy being outdoors in the cold, it can suit you; if cold hands quickly spoil a day, choose a warmer month.

Keep outdoor plans short and flexible

Expect wet weather to shape the trip rather than treating it as an unlikely interruption. There are about 8 rainy days in January, so waterproof outerwear is useful even if you do not plan lengthy walks. Daylight lasts about 8.8 hours, but sunshine averages only about 3 hours, so do not expect bright conditions throughout the day. Put your main outdoor plans into the middle of the day, leaving room to change them if conditions turn unpleasant. A mix of outdoor time and indoor breaks is more realistic than a packed open-air itinerary. January is a poor fit if reliable warmth or extended sunshine is the priority.