Weather in North Macedonia for January 2026
With an average of 3 snowy days, North Macedonia usually enjoys a light touch of snow in January.
In general, the average temperature in North Macedonia at the beginning of January is 8.4 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 7.4 °C by the end of January.
North Macedonia experiences moderate rainfall in January, with an average of 9 rainy days and a total precipitation of 51.8 mm.
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North Macedonia Weather January
| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  9° | 2 9° | 3  8° | 4 9° | |||
| 5 7° | 6  9° | 7 8° | 8 9° | 9 6° | 10  6° | 11  4° |
| 12 3° | 13 3° | 14 3° | 15 4° | 16 4° | 17 7° | 18 10° |
| 19  9° | 20 4° | 21 3° | 22 5° | 23 6° | 24 7° | 25 9° |
| 26 7° | 27 8° | 28 7° | 29 7° | 30  7° | 31 7° |
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Temperatures trend during January in North Macedonia
January weather day by day
| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| 1 Jan. | Sunny | 9° /3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 2 Jan. | Sunny | 9° /2° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 3 Jan. | Overcast | 8° /2° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 4 Jan. | Sunny | 9° /1° | 0.8 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| 5 Jan. | Sunny | 7° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 6 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 9° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 7 Jan. | Sunny | 8° /3° | 2.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 8 Jan. | Sunny | 9° /2° | 1.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 9 Jan. | Overcast | 6° /1° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 10 Jan. | Heavy rain at times | 6° /1° | 3.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 11 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 4° /0° | 0.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 12 Jan. | Overcast | 3° /-2° | 8.5 mm | 6.1 cm | |
| 13 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 3° /-2° | 2 mm | 1.4 cm | |
| 14 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 3° /-3° | 0.9 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| 15 Jan. | Sunny | 4° /-2° | 0.6 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| 16 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 4° /-1° | 0.6 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 17 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /0° | 0.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 18 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 10° /3° | 0.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 19 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 9° /3° | 4.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 20 Jan. | Heavy rain at times | 4° /0° | 6.2 mm | 1.3 cm | |
| 21 Jan. | Moderate rain at times | 3° /-1° | 1.7 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| 22 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 5° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 23 Jan. | Heavy rain at times | 6° /0° | 3.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 24 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 7° /2° | 4.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 25 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 9° /2° | 0.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 26 Jan. | Moderate rain at times | 7° /2° | 2.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 27 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /1° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 28 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 7° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 29 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /1° | 6.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 30 Jan. | Cloudy | 7° /1° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 31 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /1° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
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Guide for North Macedonia in January
In January, North Macedonia experiences cold and wintry weather conditions. At the beginning of the month, the weather in North Macedonia is typically cold, with temperatures averaging around 2° in Skopje, the capital city.
The region experiences frequent snowfall and overcast skies during this time, creating a picturesque winter wonderland. The mountainous areas, such as Mavrovo and Popova Shapka, are popular for winter sports due to the abundant snowfall.
Towards the end of January, the temperatures in North Macedonia tend to drop further, with average lows of around 0° and occasional sub-zero temperatures. The snow cover becomes thicker, and the landscapes are transformed into a serene white paradise.
Travelers can enjoy winter activities such as skiing, snowboarding, and snowshoeing in the country's mountainous regions.
Overall, January in North Macedonia offers a true winter experience with cold temperatures and ample snowfall, making it an ideal destination for winter sports enthusiasts and travelers seeking a snowy retreat.
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