Tirana vs Sofia

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Sofia edges ahead as the better destination in January. Sofia offers 7 hours of daily sunshine with only 8 rain days, while Tirana sees 7 sunshine hours and 10 rain days.

Tirana is on the cooler side at 11°C, requiring warmer clothing. Sofia is cooler at 4°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Sofia is the stronger choice in January.

Tirana reaches an average high of 11°C (52°F) and drops to 2°C (36°F) at night during January. The daily temperature range is 9°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Sofia averages 4°C (39°F) for the high and -4°C (25°F) for the low, with a daily range of 8°C. There is a notable 7°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in January.

Tirana receives approximately 106 mm of rainfall across 10 rain days during January. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Sofia sees 40 mm over 8 rain days. That makes Sofia the drier option by 2 rain days and 66 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.