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Overnight, light rain showers are expected, with no significant precipitation forecasted during the day. The skies will be partly cloudy, and fog may linger in low-lying areas. A mild to moderate west-northwesterly wind will prevail. Daytime temperatures will range from 6°C to 11°C, with Sofia seeing highs around 6°C.
Along the coast, overcast skies will dominate, but little to no precipitation is anticipated. The wind will be mild to moderate, coming from the west-northwest. Temperatures will range between 9°C and 11°C, with seawater remaining around 11°C. Sea waves will measure 1 to 2 degrees on the Douglas scale.
In the mountains, the weather will be overcast with fog along the slopes, though skies over the Rila and Rhodope ranges may clear slightly. A strong westerly wind will sweep through the higher altitudes. Temperatures will reach 2°C at 1,200 meters and drop to -2°C at 2,000 meters.
Source: National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology (NIMH)
The weather on January 15 is expected to be predominantly cloudy throughout Bulgaria, with occasional light snow showers, especially in the southern regions
On January 14, the weather in Bulgaria will feature mostly sunny skies in the northern regions as clouds begin to break up
The weather in Bulgaria on January 13 will bring snow to the southern regions, with significant accumulations expected in mountainous areas such as the Rila-Rhodope massif
The Road Infrastructure Agency has urged drivers to ensure their vehicles are properly prepared for winter conditions in the coming days, as meteorologists forecast rain and snow in Northwestern Bulgaria and the Fore-Balkans
On January 11, the weather across Bulgaria will generally be mostly cloudy, with varying precipitation depending on the region
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