What’s the climate like in Bulgaria?
The current climate of Bulgaria features average monthly temperatures ranging from highs of 30°C during the day to lows of 8°C. The average yearly temperature is around 19°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 0°C and in the warmer months around 20°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Bulgaria in recent years was 37°C in August 2017. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was -7°C in January 2017.
On average, Bulgaria gets 567 mm of precipitation each year. Of this, about 14 cm is snowfall. For comparison, UK gets 701 mm of precipitation each year.
The climate of Bulgaria is based on weather data from Sunny Beach. Other locations might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Bulgaria for a full picture of the climate.
Best time to visit Bulgaria?
The best time to go for a sun holiday to Bulgaria is May through October. During this period, you'll have good temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Bulgaria. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
Climate Table of Bulgaria
The climate table of Bulgaria shows the average temperatures, precipitation, snow, and UV index per month. The table gives an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of precipitation in millimetres, the total snowfall in centimetres, and the UV index for each month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
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| Temp. max (°C) | 8 | 11 | 13 | 17 | 22 | 27 | 29 | 30 | 26 | 20 | 15 | 10 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 1 | 2 | 4 | 7 | 13 | 17 | 19 | 20 | 16 | 11 | 7 | 3 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 64 | 55 | 34 | 41 | 46 | 61 | 34 | 17 | 68 | 58 | 48 | 41 |
| Snow (cm) | 4,9 | 5,2 | 1,1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0,5 | 1,6 |
| UV Index | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 2 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 19°C
- Highest temperature: 30°C in August
- Lowest temperature: 8°C in January
- Precipitation*: 567 mm per year, averaging 47 mm per month
- Snowfall: 14 cm per year
- Driest months: 17 mm in August, 34 mm in March and July
- Wettest months: 68 mm in September, 64 mm in January and 61 mm in June
*Precipitation is measured as a combination of rain, snow, and hail
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Average Temperature per Month in Bulgaria
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Bulgaria. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Bulgaria
This graph shows how much precipitation Bulgaria gets on average per month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of precipitation is measured in millimetres and the average is calculated based on the recorded precipitation per month from past years.
Average Snowfall per Month in Bulgaria
This graph shows how much snow Bulgaria gets on average per month. The amount of snowfall is measured in centimetres and the average is calculated based on the recorded snowfall per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Bulgaria
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Bulgaria. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Bulgaria
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Bulgaria. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Bulgaria
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Bulgaria over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimetres, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Total Yearly Snowfall in Bulgaria
This chart shows the total yearly snowfall in Bulgaria over the past few years. The total yearly snowfall, measured in centimetres, is the sum of all the snow that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in Bulgaria
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Expect rain and snow. Sun worshippers will probably be disappointed, but for those looking for a winter atmosphere, it was absolutely enchanting.— This text is automatically translated to English
Mostly sunny and dry, but occasional refreshing showers. Fantastic for lovers of summer heat.— This text is automatically translated to English
It was warm during the day, but got colder at night. We had a few rainy days, but also many clear days. Don't forget to bring a jacket for the evening!— This text is automatically translated to English
The sun was shining brightly, but it was not too hot. The occasional rain shower provided refreshment. Really fun!— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Bulgaria by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Bulgaria. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
